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anoint

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Synonyms and Antonyms of anoint

to rub an oily or sticky substance over

It's best to anoint the wound with antiseptic to prevent infection.

Synonyms of anoint

bedaub, besmear, daub, smear

Words Related to anoint

coat, paint, plaster

gum, lard, pitch, tar

befoul, begrime, bemire, besmirch, blacken, dirty, foul, grime, mire, muck, muddy, smirch, smudge, soil, stain, sully

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