ointment
/ˈɔɪn(t)m(ə)nt/ noun B2- A viscous preparation of oils and/or fats, usually containing medication, used as a treatment or as an emollient. · The doctor prescribed an antibiotic ointment for the wound.· She applied a soothing herbal ointment to her dry skin.
- A substance used to anoint, as in religious rituals.
Plural ointments
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There was a glass of water on the table, and on the window-sill a small chip ointment box containing a couple of pills.”
“In my youth,” said the sage, as he shook his grey locks, “I kept all my limbs very supple By the use of this ointment—one shilling the box— Allow me to sell you a couple?”
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