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ointment

noun

/ˈɔɪntmənt/

Meaning

A smooth, oily substance applied to the skin for healing or soothing.

The doctor prescribed an ointment for the burn on his arm.

fly in the ointment

salve, balm, cream, lotion

irritant, poison

healing ointment, herbal ointment, apply ointment, medicated ointment

A peculiar or unusual behavior, habit, or feature.

The measurement or extent of something from end to end.

The head of a monastery for monks.

the way that someone or something looks

Excessive use of words, often with little content or meaning; wordiness.

a dried grape, often eaten as a snack or used in cooking and baking