emollient

Noun · Adjective
Synonyms: creamointmentdemulcentsalvingsoftening

WordNet 3.0

Noun (1)

  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 skinSynonyms: creamointment

Adjective (1)

  1. having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skinSynonyms: demulcentsalvingsoftening
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Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)

Emollient \E*mol"lient\ (?; 106), a. [L. emolliens, -entis, p. pr. of emollire to soften; e out + mollire to soften, mollis soft: cf. F. ['e]mollient. See Mollify.] Softening; making supple; acting as an emollient. "Emollient applications." --Arbuthnot. [1913 Webster]
Emollient \E*mol"lient\ (?; 105), n. (Med.) An external something or soothing application to allay irritation, soreness, etc. [1913 Webster]
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