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Demulcent
01
a medication (in the form of an oil or salve etc.) that soothes inflamed or injured skin
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
demulcents
demulcent
01
having a soothing or protective effect on inflamed or irritated tissues
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
ungradable
Examples
Aloe vera gel is known for its demulcent properties, providing soothing relief to sunburned skin.
