Associations to the word «Fomentation»
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Wiktionary
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.
Dictionary definition
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).
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