Ointment and Wash

Ointment

Ointment noun - Toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin.
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Synonyms for Ointment

Wash and ointment are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Wash" instead a noun "Ointment".

Wash

Wash noun - Spongy land saturated or partially covered with water.

Ointment and wash are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Ointment" instead a noun "Wash".

Nearby Words: washed, washing, washer, washroom, washable

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  • Poke in the Third Eye There's a tale involving The Fair Folk where a house maid is taken into a faerie's household and given an ointment that allows her to perceive them; however, she must wash it off when her durance is completed, otherwise she'll pay a hefty price.
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