emollient | ||
1. | [ adjective ] having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skin | |
Synonyms: | softening salving demulcent | |
Related terms: | soft | |
2. | [ noun ] toiletry consisting of any of various substances resembling cream that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin | |
Synonyms: | ointment cream | |
Related terms: | toiletry hand_cream nard sunscreen lanolin cold_cream cream | |
Similar spelling: |
emolument Emling Emeline Emelina Emmaline |