Definition of Liniment

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

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

Definition of Liniment

1. n. A liquid or semiliquid preparation of a consistence thinner than an ointment, applied to the skin by friction, esp. one used as a sedative or a stimulant.

Definition of Liniment

1. Noun. A topical medical preparation intended to be rubbed into the skin with friction, such as to relieve symptoms of arthritis. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Liniment

1. a medicinal liquid [n -S]

Medical Definition of Liniment

1. A liquid or semiliquid preparation of a consistence thinner than an ointment, applied to the skin by friction, especially. One used as a sedative or a stimulant. Origin: L. Linimentum, fr. Linire, linere, to besmear, anoint: cf. F. Liniment. Cf. Letter, Lime a viscous substance. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Liniment

linguofacial trunk
linguogingival
linguogingival fissure
linguogingival groove
linguogingival ridge
linguopapillitis
linguoplate
linguoversion
lingy
lingzhi
linhay
linhays
linier
liniest
liniment (current term)
liniments
linin
lining
lining cell
lining epithelium
linings
linins
linish
linished
linisher
linishers
linishes
linishing
linitis

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