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demulcent
adjective
de·mul·cent
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Definition of demulcent
(Entry 1 of 2)
: soothing
demulcent
nounDefinition of demulcent (Entry 2 of 2)
: a usually mucilaginous or oily substance (such as tragacanth) that can soothe or protect an abraded mucous membrane
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demulcent
adjective
de·mul·cent
| \ di-ˈməl-sᵊnt
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Medical Definition of demulcent
(Entry 1 of 2)
: tending to soothe or soften
demulcent expectorants which give a protective coating to the throat — Therapeutic Notes
demulcent
nounMedical Definition of demulcent (Entry 2 of 2)
: a usually mucilaginous or oily substance (as tragacanth) capable of soothing or protecting an abraded mucous membrane
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