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
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
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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