Emollient Definition & Meaning
emollient
- adjective
- having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skin
- noun
- 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
"Emollient" in song lyrics
See how emollient is used in real songs:
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"mixture of petrolatum with alkyl ethoxylate emollient"
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Words that rhyme with emollient
Usage tips for "emollient"
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