Poultice
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpoʊltɪs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Poultice is a noun meaning A porous solid filled with solvent, used to remove stains from porous stone such as marble or granite.
Meaning
A porous solid filled with solvent, used to remove stains from porous stone such as marble or granite.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To treat with a poultice.
- A soft, moist mass, usually wrapped in cloth and warmed, that is applied topically to a sore, aching or lesioned part of the body to soothe it.
Example Sentences
The poultice relaxeth the pores.
Sties in the eye are irritating and disfiguring. Foment with warm water; at night apply a bread-and-milk poultice.
Word Forms
- poultices
- poulticing
- poulticed
Synonyms for poultice
Depending on context, synonyms include cataplasm, plaster.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cataplasm, plaster, emollient, mustard-plaister, pottage, paste.
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