Meaning & Definition of Salve in English
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Salve
/sɑv/
noun
1. Semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
synonym:
- ointment,
- unction,
- unguent,
- balm,
- salve
2. Anything that remedies or heals or soothes
- "He needed a salve for his conscience"
synonym:
- salve
verb
1. Save from ruin, destruction, or harm
synonym:
- salvage,
- salve,
- relieve,
- save
2. Apply a salve to, usually for the purpose of healing
synonym:
- salve