"Unguent" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Unguent" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers

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"Unguent" Meaning

A cosmetic preparation that is a medication or has a therapeutic effect, especially in relieving skin irritation; a paste or ointment.

"Unguent" Examples

1. The pharmacist handed me a small jar of unguent to treat my skin condition.

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2. The ancient Egyptians used a type of unguent made from beeswax and olive oil for embalming.

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3. To heal the wound, the doctor applied a soothing unguent several times a day.

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4. In mediaeval times, unguents and perfumes were used for anointing bodies for burial.

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5. A gentle unguent was all that was between her fragile skin and the cracked wooden handle of the brush.

Example of usage: `unguent` - noun

"Unguent" Similar Words

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Ungrudging

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Willing or eager without reluctance or hesitation.<br>Not grudging or sullen; willing or ready to do something without complaining.<br> Happily yielding or complaisant.

Ungrudgingly

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Ungual

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The word "ungual" refers to something related to or connected with fingernails or toenails.<br><br>Etymology: From the Latin word "unguis", meaning "nail".<br><br>In medical terms, an ungual can refer to a structure or growth located near a fingernail or toenail, such as an ungual tissue or an ungual turuncle (a type of skin cyst).

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Unguarded

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Unprotected or unwatchful; not on guard; not careful.

Unguentary

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Unguentous

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Term used to describe excessive or elaborate speeches. ('Unguentous' is from the word "unguent," meaning an ointment or balm.)

Unguents

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Unguents are substances, typically creams, ointments, or oils, that are used to protect or treat the skin. They are often applied directly to the skin to provide moisture, soften and moisturize dry skin, and protect against irritants or harsh environmental conditions. Examples of unguents include lotions, creams, and baby oils. Medieval Apothecary uses uguents to treat cuts, burns, or other injuries.

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Unguiculata

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The term "Unguculata" refers to a order of gastropod mollusks, commonly known as snails and slugs, typically land-dwelling. However, the name specifically relates to a group of land snails with an ear-like appendage on the end of their foot called an "unger" or "helix."

Unguiculate

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Unguiculated

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