Associations to the word «Ointment»

Wiktionary

OINTMENT, noun. (medicine) A viscous preparation of oils and/or fats, usually containing medication, used as a treatment or as an emollient.

Dictionary definition

OINTMENT, noun. Semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation.
OINTMENT, noun. Toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin.

Wise words

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