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unguent vs salve

salve vs unguent

unguent and salve both are nouns.

unguent is not a verb while salve is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
unguent Yes No No No
salve Yes No Yes No
As nouns, unguent and salve are synonyms defined as:
  • unguent and salve: semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
Other synonyms of unguent include balm, ointment, unction.
unguent (noun) 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
semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
unguent (verb) salve (verb)
apply a salve to, usually for the purpose of healing
save from ruin, destruction, or harm
Difference between unguent and salve

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