embrocation

noun

Definition of embrocationnext
as in cream

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for embrocation
  1. cream
  2. liniment
  3. lotion
  4. ointment
  5. balm
  6. salve
Noun
  • Flavors for these treats range from dark chocolate and cookies and cream to ube and matcha.
    — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacramento Bee, 18 Mar. 2025
  • The newlyweds each changed into a second look for their reception, which was decorated in cream, gold and blue.
    — Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of cream
Noun
  • 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
  • In his encyclopedic Naturalis Historia, the Roman naturalist Pliny the Elder suggests that urine might be used as a cure for gout or scorpion stings, or, when kneaded with ashes, a liniment for the bite of a mad dog.
    — Justin Beal, Harper's Magazine, 14 Dec. 2022
Definition of liniment
Noun
  • Five products total are hitting US stores, including a brand-new launch, Vibrant Screen SPF 50, a water-resistant hydrating lotion SPF for the face and body, which will be exclusive to the US for the launch of the brand.
    — Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Everyone knows putting body lotion on your face is a skincare sin!
    — Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of lotion
Noun
  • Compared to other ointments, Dr. Zalka appreciates that this doesn’t contain lanolin (a common allergen), and instead utilizes a restorative mix of ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and petrolatum to hydrate, heal, and protect skin.
    — Mary Honkus, Glamour, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Nineteenth-century ointments relied on them to treat everything from burns and chapped skin to wounds and ingrown nails.
    — Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of ointment
Noun
  • The report cites a growing consumer inclination toward advanced lip care solutions, and effective alternatives to traditional lip balms and glosses.
    — Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Still, there's actually a significant difference between oils and balms that goes beyond texture.
    — Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of balm
Noun
  • Embrace a more laidback approach to dressing the lips with these moisturizing, precision-free salves in peach, apricot, or coral shades, per Brown.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Yes, but: Premarital counseling isn't meant to be a salve for cold feet.
    — Carly Mallenbaum, Axios, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of salve
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“Embrocation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embrocation. Accessed 27 Mar. 2025.

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