pomatum

noun

po·​ma·​tum pō-ˈmā-təm How to pronounce pomatum (audio) -ˈmä- How to pronounce pomatum (audio)
: pomade

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, from Late Latin pomum apple

First Known Use

1562, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pomatum was in 1562

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Cite this Entry

“Pomatum.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pomatum. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

pomatum

noun
po·​ma·​tum pō-ˈmāt-əm How to pronounce pomatum (audio) -ˈmät- How to pronounce pomatum (audio)
: ointment
especially : a perfumed unguent for the hair or scalp
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