Meaning of 'salve'

Find the meaning of the word ‘salve’

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Meaning of ‘salve’

4 definitions found.

salve

noun

anything that remedies or heals or soothes

Example: "The salve I applied to my sunburn helped to soothe my discomfort."

noun

semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation

Synonyms: unction ointment unguent balm

verb

apply a salve to, usually for the purpose of healing

verb

save from ruin, destruction, or harm

Synonyms: salvage

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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