Definition of Embrocation

1. Noun. A medicinal liquid that is rubbed into the skin to relieve muscular stiffness and pain.

Exact synonyms: Liniment
Generic synonyms: Application, Lotion
Derivative terms: Embrocate

Definition of Embrocation

1. n. The act of moistening and rubbing a diseased part with spirit, oil, etc.

Definition of Embrocation

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Embrocation

1. The act of moistening and rubbing a diseased part with spirit, oil, etc. The liquid or lotion with which an affected part is rubbed. Origin: NL. Embrocatio: cf. F. Embrocation. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Embrocation

embreads
embreathement
embrew
embrittle
embrittled
embrittlement
embrittlements
embrittles
embrittling
embrocate
embrocate
embrocated
embrocates
embrocating
embrocation (current term)
embrocation (current term)
embrocations
embroglio
embroglios
embroider
embroidered
embroiderer
embroiderers
embroideress
embroideries
embroidering
embroiders
embroidery
embroidery frame
embroidery hoop

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