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ointment vs unguent

unguent vs ointment

ointment and unguent both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
ointment Yes No No No
unguent Yes No No No
As nouns, ointment and unguent are synonyms defined as:
  • ointment and unguent: semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
Other synonyms of ointment include balm, salve, unction.
ointment (noun) unguent (noun)
semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
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
Difference between ointment and unguent

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