Associations to the word «Poultice»

POULTICE, noun. A soft, moist mass applied topically to a sore, aching or lesioned part of the body to soothe. A poultice is usually wrapped in cloth and often warmed before being applied.

POULTICE, verb. (transitive) To treat with a poultice.

POULTICE, noun. A medical dressing consisting of a soft heated mass of meal or clay that is spread on a cloth and applied to the skin to treat inflamed areas or improve circulation etc..

POULTICE, verb. Dress by covering with a therapeutic substance.