What is the meaning of alterative?

adjective

  • Tending to cure or restore to health.
    • usage: "curative powers of herbal remedies"; "her gentle healing hand"; "remedial surgery"; "a sanative environment of mountains and fresh air"; "a therapeutic agent"; "therapeutic diets"
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