Ointment

Pronunciation: /ˈɔɪntmənt/

Definitions of ointment

noun a smooth oily preparation that is rubbed on the skin for medicinal purposes

Example Sentences

A1 I use ointment to soothe my dry skin.

A2 She applied ointment to the cut on her finger.

B1 The pharmacist recommended a medicated ointment for the rash.

B2 After the surgery, the doctor prescribed a healing ointment.

C1 The athlete used a specialized ointment to relieve muscle soreness.

C2 The dermatologist developed a new ointment for treating psoriasis.

Examples of ointment in a Sentence

formal The doctor prescribed a medicated ointment to treat the patient's rash.

informal Don't forget to apply the ointment to your cut before bandaging it up.

slang I heard that using that ointment will clear up your acne in no time.

figurative His words were like a soothing ointment to her troubled mind.

Grammatical Forms of ointment

• past tense: anointed
• plural: ointments
• comparative: more ointment
• superlative: most ointment
• present tense: apply ointment
• future tense: will apply ointment
• perfect tense: have applied ointment
• continuous tense: is applying ointment
• singular: ointment
• positive degree: good ointment
• infinitive: to apply ointment
• gerund: applying ointment
• participle: applied ointment

Origin and Evolution of ointment

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'ointment' originated from the Latin word 'unguentum' which means a salve or a medicinal preparation for application to the skin.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'ointment' has retained its meaning of a semi-solid preparation for external application to the skin, but its usage has expanded to include various types of topical treatments beyond just medicinal salves.