FOMENTATION

fomentation, instigation

(noun) deliberate and intentional triggering (of trouble or discord)

fomentation

(noun) application of warm wet coverings to a part of the body to relieve pain and inflammation

fomentation

(noun) a substance used as a warm moist medicinal compress or poultice

Source: WordNet® 3.1

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Etymology

Noun

fomentation (plural fomentations)

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 (dispersing) tumours.

A lotion or poultice applied to a diseased or injured part of the body.

Encouragement; excitation; instigation.

Synonyms

• foment

Source: Wiktionary

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Fo`men*ta"tion, n. [fomentatio: cf. F. fomentation.]

1. (Med.) (a) 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. (b) The lotion applied to a diseased part.

2. Excitation; instigation; encouragement. Dishonest fomentation of your pride. Young.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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