embrocation

noun

Definition of embrocationnext
as in cream

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  1. cream
  2. liniment
  3. lotion
  4. ointment
  5. balm
  6. salve
Noun
  • There are countless face creams, serums, and tools on the market that promise firm, glass-like skin, but few actually deliver, and even fewer are at a reasonable price point.
    — Melony Forcier, InStyle, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Sitting front row alongside Starr, Reid, Fanning and Troye Sivan, Flowerovlove wore an oversize blue-and-white jacket over a cream camisole and denim, with a bold red lip.
    — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of cream
Noun
  • Bright, medium-deep yellow; aromas of gooseberry, pear, liniment, and hints of grapefruit and lime.
    — Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
  • From tea towels, hats, and keychains to mugs, snacks, and horse liniment, there’s a little something for everyone.
    — Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 30 Apr. 2024
Definition of liniment
Noun
  • The result is an unusually fluid lotion that absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy film.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Always follow up your scrub with a hydrating moisturizer or body lotion to help skin recover and retain moisture.
    — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of lotion
Noun
  • Over-the-counter creams, ointments or suppositories can soothe itching and swelling overnight.
    — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Over-the-counter creams, ointments, or suppositories may also help relieve itching and swelling.
    — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of ointment
Noun
  • The bestselling cream-like balm melts into a clear, oil-like cleanser when warmed between dry palms, dissolving makeup, sunscreen, and grime before emulsifying with water and rinsing clean.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Sep. 2026
  • To complete the mid-air spa sesh, pups are treated to a moisturizing paw and nose balm perfect for long flights.
    — Rebecca Norris, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of balm
Noun
  • The vests prevent them from doing that while putting copper — of which Chile is the world’s top producer — to work as a salve.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Sep. 2026
  • With ceramides and colloidal oatmeal, this luxe body cream is like a salve for dry summer skin.
    — Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of salve
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“Embrocation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embrocation. Accessed 13 Sep. 2026.

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