as in potions
a smooth substance that is rubbed on the skin to help heal a wound or to reduce pain or discomfort
You should put some ointment on that cut.
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Recent Examples of ointments
Don't add any oils or ointments to a humidifier.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026
Compact yet surprisingly comprehensive, the Welly kit includes flexible fabric bandages, waterproof options, non-stick pads, tape, cleansing wipes, and single-use antibiotic ointments.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2025
Zinc also exists in various forms, including gels, lotions, mouth rinses, ointments, and oral supplements.
—Cynthia Sass, Health, 11 Dec. 2025
How to Wash Cotton Skin Care Gloves Cotton gloves used for skin care should be washed regularly to keep them free of bacteria that can cause skin irritation and to prevent product buildup from creams, balms, and ointments used to treat skin conditions.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025
Current treatments range from antidepressants to topical ointments.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Oct. 2025
The chronic condition can cause irritation but flare-ups can be managed through diet, as well as ointments or creams.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 9 Oct. 2025
A lot of pharmaceutical companies have created nonsteroidal options over the years, but these tend to be ointments and pretty greasy ones at that.
—Megan McIntyre, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
Topical Anti-Itch Treatments Over-the-counter ointments and creams contain hydrocortisone, witch hazel, or a numbing medicine.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 5 Sep. 2025
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026
Compact yet surprisingly comprehensive, the Welly kit includes flexible fabric bandages, waterproof options, non-stick pads, tape, cleansing wipes, and single-use antibiotic ointments.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2025
Zinc also exists in various forms, including gels, lotions, mouth rinses, ointments, and oral supplements.
—Cynthia Sass, Health, 11 Dec. 2025
How to Wash Cotton Skin Care Gloves Cotton gloves used for skin care should be washed regularly to keep them free of bacteria that can cause skin irritation and to prevent product buildup from creams, balms, and ointments used to treat skin conditions.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025
Current treatments range from antidepressants to topical ointments.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Oct. 2025
The chronic condition can cause irritation but flare-ups can be managed through diet, as well as ointments or creams.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 9 Oct. 2025
A lot of pharmaceutical companies have created nonsteroidal options over the years, but these tend to be ointments and pretty greasy ones at that.
—Megan McIntyre, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
Topical Anti-Itch Treatments Over-the-counter ointments and creams contain hydrocortisone, witch hazel, or a numbing medicine.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ointments
Noun
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Buettner’s not into popping pills and downing potions.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
31 Jan. 2026
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Enslaved people also worried about dangerous potions, because they could be used to settle disputes or end romantic rivalries.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The undertaking that started in October resulted in the recovery of 176 firearms in the state and vast amounts of drugs, including fentanyl and other substances, KTAL/KMSS reported.—
Alex Nitzberg,
FOXNews.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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Several speakers said the restrictions put forward in the measure would put an unreasonable burden on service providers and facilities, who would be held liable if people seeking support are using or possessing drugs without their knowledge.—
Robin Opsahl,
Iowa Capital Dispatch,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This includes medications, risk of falling, mobility, vision and balance.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
12 Feb. 2026
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Scientists are studying whether GLP-1 medications can tamp down that brain activity for people with addiction, when they’re exposed to drugs and alcohol.—
Hannah Jocelyn,
New Yorker,
11 Feb. 2026
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As business secretary in 2009-2010, Mandelson allegedly passed sensitive documents discussing financial crisis remedies and a European currency bailout to the financier.—
Jill Lawless,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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Using a hand massager during pregnancy Carpal tunnel syndrome is common during pregnancy, leading pregnant women to search for natural remedies.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This is from the anti-rejection medicines.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
11 Feb. 2026
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These shifts are poised to reshape what kinds of medicines become viable.—
Paul Hudson,
Fortune,
10 Feb. 2026
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According to Stephen, this vision also casts a longer horizon of a future in which prescriptions initiated in one jurisdiction can be safely and legally maintained across borders, accommodating travel or relocation without forcing patients to restart the process.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
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Currently, many independent pharmacies don’t stock the medication or have only small quantities for those with prescriptions.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Ointments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ointments. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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