CEFR A2

ointment

noun

Meaning

A smooth, oily or waxy substance, often medicated, applied to the skin for healing or cosmetic purposes.

Examples

The doctor prescribed an antibiotic ointment for the infection.
He rubbed a cooling ointment on his sunburn.

Synonyms: balm, salve, cream, lotion

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ointment (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɔɪnt.mənt/

Definition

A smooth, oily or waxy substance, often medicated, applied to the skin for healing or cosmetic purposes.

Examples

The doctor prescribed an antibiotic ointment for the infection.
He rubbed a cooling ointment on his sunburn.
She used a special ointment to soften her dry hands.

Synonyms of ointment

Words with a similar meaning to ointment:

balm
salve
cream
lotion

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