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ointment

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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

semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation

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Synonyms:
cream emollient unction unguent balm salve

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