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ointment

noun

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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Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
O
Ends with
T
Contains
IN
Scrabble score
10
CEFR level
B2

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Pronunciation

ˈɔɪntm(ə)nt

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noun

  1. 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

noun

  1. Semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation

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creamemollientunctionunguentbalmsalve

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