Is “Theriac” a Scrabble word?

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Yes
THERIAC
Valid in at least one Scrabble dictionary

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SOWPODS / CSW
Scrabble UK & International
Valid
TWL / NWL
Scrabble North America
Valid
Large English Dictionary
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Meaning of Theriac

[ˈθɛ.ɹi..ɑk]

noun
  1. 1.A supposed universal antidote against poison, especially snake venom; specifically, one such developed in the 1st century as an improvement on mithridate.

    Theriac was essentially homeopathic in its supposed function, being an "improvement" on mithridate by virtue of containing more poisons.

  2. 2.Treacle; molasses.

adjective
  1. 1.Theriacal; medicinal.