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ointment definition

oint·ment (o̵int′mənt)

noun

a fatty substance applied to the skin for healing or cosmetic purposes; salve; unguent

Etymology: ME oignement < OFr < VL *unguimentum, for L unguentum (see unguent): the -t- in Eng from assoc. with obs. v. oint, to anoint

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