Noun
- 1. ointment, unction, unguent, balm, salve, remedy, curative, cure, therapeutic
- usage: semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
- 2. cream, ointment, emollient, toiletry, toilet articles
- usage: toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin
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