An ineffective but favorite remedy for a problem, usually involving political action.
A medicine or remedy in conventional use which has not been proven to have any desirable medical effects.
Any straightforward solution perceived to have great effectiveness or bring miraculous results.
A thermometer, especially one used for rectal temperature readings.
A cocktail somewhat like a martini.
A bullet made of silver, usually with reference to the folkloric belief that such bullets are the only weapons which can kill a werewolf, vampire, or other monster.