| 释义 |
salve (sælv , US sæv ) Word forms: salves , salving , salved 1. verb If you do something to salve your conscience, you do it in order to feel less guilty. [formal] I give myself treats and justify them to salve my conscience. [VERB noun] Synonyms: ease, soothe, appease, still 2. variable noun Salve is an oily substance that is put on sore skin or a wound to help it heal. ...a soothing salve for sore, dry lips. Synonyms: balm, cream, medication, lotion |