UNGUENT

ointment, unction, unguent, balm, salve

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

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

unguent (plural unguents)

Any cream containing medicinal ingredients applied to the skin for therapeutic purposes.

Source: Wiktionary


Un"guent, n. Etym: [L. unguentum, from unguere, ungere, to anoint: cf. F. onguent. See Ointment, and cf. Unction, Unctuous.]

Definition: A lubricant or salve for sores, burns, or the like; an ointment. Cowper.

Note: An unguent is stiffer than a liniment, but softer than a cerate.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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