ointment

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A later form (as if oint + -ment) of oinement, from Old French oignement (an anointing), from oigner, oindre, ongier (to anoint), from Latin unguere, ungere (to anoint).

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ointment (plural ointments)

  1. (medicine) a viscous preparation of oils and/or fats, usually containing medication, used as a treatment or as an emollient. (compare with cream)

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