Presidential Election Cycle (Theory) DEFINITION of 'Presidential Election Cycle (Theory)'. A theory developed by Yale Hirsch that states that U.S. stock markets are weakest in the year following the election of a new U.S. president. According to this theory, after the first year, the market improves until the cycle begins again with the next presidential election.
Powdered mustard is simply finely ground mustard seed. Originally mustard was called Sinapis. Some claim that during Roman times the word Sinapis started to be replaced by words such as Mustum, Mustarum, and Mustardum as new wine, or Must was mixed with mustard seeds to make a paste.hite and brown seeds are blended to make English mustard. Brown mustard seeds are similar in size to the black variety and vary in color from light to dark brown and are more pungent than the white, less than the black.
Medical Definition of Mustard plaster Mustard plaster: A mild mixture of mustard seed powder and flour with water or egg white, and spread on a moist cloth that is then applied to the chest, abdomen or back. The mustard mixture should never come in contact with the skin as it will lead to burning and blistering. It is used for many ailments, including the flu, coughs, and colds. It acts as a counterirritant and increases the local blood supply. a mustard plaster is a form of poultice. See also: Cataplasm.