lin·i·ment (l n  -mnt)n. A medicinal fluid rubbed into the skin to soothe pain or relieve stiffness. [Middle English, from Late Latin lin  mentum, from Latin linere, linre, to rub over, anoint; see lei- in Indo-European roots.] |
liniment [ˈlɪnɪmənt]
n
(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) a medicated liquid, usually containing alcohol, camphor, and an oil, applied to the skin to relieve pain, stiffness, etc.
[from Late Latin linīmentum, from linere to smear, anoint]
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| Noun | 1. | liniment - a medicinal liquid that is rubbed into the skin to relieve muscular stiffness and pain lotion, application - liquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or medicinal action when applied to the skin; "a lotion for dry skin" |
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