Associations to the word «Fomentation»

FOMENTATION, noun. The act of fomenting; the application of warm, soft, medicinal substances, as for the purpose of easing pain, by relaxing the skin, or of discussing tumors.

FOMENTATION, noun. The lotion applied to a diseased part.

FOMENTATION, noun. Excitation; instigation; encouragement.

FOMENTATION, noun. A substance used as a warm moist medicinal compress or poultice.

FOMENTATION, noun. Application of warm wet coverings to a part of the body to relieve pain and inflammation.

FOMENTATION, noun. Deliberate and intentional triggering (of trouble or discord).