Salve Definition & Meaning
salve
- noun
- semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
- anything that remedies or heals or soothes; "he needed a salve for his conscience"
- verb
- save from ruin, destruction, or harm
- apply a salve to, usually for the purpose of healing
"Salve" in song lyrics
See how salve is used in real songs:
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"drawing salve"
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"where to buy drawing salve"
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"black drawing salve"
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Words that rhyme with salve
Usage tips for "salve"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does salve mean?
- semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation anything that remedies or heals or soothes; "he needed a salve for his conscience" save from ruin, destruction, or harm apply a salve to, usually for the purpose of healing
- What part of speech is salve?
- Salve is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does salve have?
- Salve has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).