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Demulcent Definition & Meaning

demulcent
adjective
  1. having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skin
noun
  1. a medication (in the form of an oil or salve etc.) that soothes inflamed or injured skin

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What does demulcent mean?
having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skin a medication (in the form of an oil or salve etc.) that soothes inflamed or injured skin
What part of speech is demulcent?
Demulcent is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does demulcent have?
Demulcent has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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