Definition of emollient
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: making soft or supple
also
: soothing especially to the skin or mucous membrane
an emollient hand lotion
2
: making less intense or harsh : mollifying
soothe us in our agonies with emollient words— H. L. Mencken
emollient
nounDefinition of emollient (Entry 2 of 2)
: something that softens or soothes
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The first known use of emollient was in 1626
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