What does pomate mean?
Pomate means (uncommon, historical) Synonym of ointment, particularly thick waxy ointments scented with fruit used to beautify the skin or hair..
Pomate
/ˈpoʊmət/ · noun
Meaning
(uncommon, historical) Synonym of ointment, particularly thick waxy ointments scented with fruit used to beautify the skin or hair..
Definitions by Sense
- (uncommon, historical) Synonym of ointment, particularly thick waxy ointments scented with fruit used to beautify the skin or hair.
- (now chiefly Scotland) Synonym of pomade, a kind of thick waxy hair product used as a styling gel.
- (transitive, obsolete) Synonym of anoint: to apply ointment.
- (transitive, obsolete) Synonym of pomade: to apply pomade.
- (transitive, obsolete) Synonym of mash: to crush into a paste.
Example Sentences
Shee with no Pomate paints her Face...
Patient he sits, while Master Puff, with pomate, tongs, and powder-pluff... gives each hair its proper station...
Synonyms for pomate
Antonyms for pomate
Word Forms
- pomates
- pomating
- pomated
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for pomate?
Common synonyms include ointment, particularly thick waxy ointments scented with fruit used to beautify the skin or hair, pomade, anoint.
What is the opposite of pomate?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use pomate in a sentence?
Shee with no Pomate paints her Face...
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