1. (noun) ointment, unction, unguent, balm, salve
semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
Synonyms: smarm, unction, cream, salve, ointment, balm, emollient, unctuousness, oleaginousness, unguent, smarminess, oiliness, inunction, fulsomeness
2. (noun) cream, ointment, emollient
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
Synonyms: ointment, unction, pick, salve, balm, emollient, unguent, cream
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