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liniment Definition

lini·ment (lin′ə mənt)

noun

a medicated liquid to be rubbed on the skin for soothing sore, sprained, or inflamed areas

Etymology: ME lynyment < LL linimentum < L linere, to smear: see lime

liniment Synonyms

liniment

n.

ointment, cream, lotion; see balm 2, medicine 2, salve.

liniment Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • apply: For muscle pains, bruises and sprains; apply this liniment to the affected area and massage in gently.

Noun used with modifier

  • horse: A waiter brought us a very potent cocktail of something, that smelled of horse liniment and Brian naturally drank both glasses.