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ointment Definition


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ointment
noun
    1. Any greasy or oily semi-solid preparation, usually medicated, that can be applied externally to the skin in order to heal, soothe or protect it.
      Thesaurus: cream, balm, salve, lotion, unction, emollient.
Idiom: a fly in the ointment
    See under fly1.
Etymology: 14c: from French oignement, from Latin unguentum unguent, from unguere to anoint.



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