ointment
nounfeminine/puˈmaðɐ/medium
po·ma·da
Definition
A semisolid pharmaceutical preparation for topical application to the skin or mucous membranes for medicinal or cosmetic purposes.
Apply the ointment to the rash three times a day.
This ointment helps to heal minor cuts and burns.
Common collocations
antibiotic ointmenthealing ointmentpain relief ointmenttube of ointment
Etymology
Do latim 'pomum' (fruto, maçã), pela forma 'pomata', referindo-se a preparações com consistência de puré de fruta.