Meaning Of The Word Emollient

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What's The Definition Of Emollient?

emollient
An emollient cream makes your skin softer or reduces pain.
variable noun: An emollient is a liquid or cream which you put on your skin to make it softer or to reduce pain.

emollient in American English
softening; soothing
something that has a softening or soothing effect; esp., an emollient preparation or medicine applied to surface tissues of the body
adjective: having the power of softening or relaxing, as a medicinal substance; soothing, esp. to the skin
noun: an emollient medicine, lotion, salve, etc

emollient in British English
adjective: softening or soothing, esp to the skin
noun: any preparation or substance that has a softening or soothing effect, esp when applied to the skin

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