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Definition of Ointments
1. ointment [n] - See also: ointment
Medical Definition of Ointments
1. Semisolid preparations used topically for protective emollient effects or as a vehicle for local administration of medicaments; ointment bases are various mixtures of fats, waxes, animal and plant oils and solid and liquid hydrocarbons. Synonym: salves; unctions; unguents. (12 Dec 1998)