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| 1. | [ noun ] (medicine,pharmacology) semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation | |
| Synonyms: | salve balm unction unguent | |
| Related terms: | remedy baby_oil carron_oil cerate chrism arnica lip_balm mentholated_salve mercurial_ointment petrolatum balsam zinc_ointment lanolin lanolin medicine | |
| 2. | [ noun ] toiletry consisting of any of various substances resembling cream that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin | |
| Synonyms: | emollient cream | |
| Related terms: | toiletry hand_cream nard sunscreen lanolin cold_cream cream | |
