First Known Use: 15th century
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liniment
noun lin·i·ment \ˈli-nə-mənt\
: a liquid that is rubbed on your skin to relieve pain or stiffness in your muscles
Full Definition of LINIMENT
: a liquid or semiliquid preparation that is applied to the skin as an anodyne or a counterirritant
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Origin of LINIMENT
Middle English, from Late Latin linimentum, from Latin linere to smear — more at lime
LINIMENT Defined for Kids
liniment
noun lin·i·ment \ˈli-nə-mənt\
Definition of LINIMENT for Kids
: a liquid medicine rubbed on the skin to ease pain
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liniment
noun lin·i·ment \ˈlin-ə-mənt\
Medical Definition of LINIMENT
: a liquid or semifluid preparation that is applied to the skin as an anodyne or a counterirritant—called also embrocation
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