embrocation
noun
em·bro·ca·tion ˌem-brə-ˈkā-shən 
: liniment
Word History
Etymology
Middle English embrocacioun, from Middle French embrocacion, from Medieval Latin embrocation-, embrocatio, from Late Latin embrocare to rub with lotion, from Greek embroche lotion, from en- + brechein to wet
First Known Use
15th century, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
embrocation
noun
em·bro·ca·tion ˌem-brə-ˈkā-shən
: liniment
embrocations
noun
as in lotions
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- lotions
- creams
- liniments
- ointments
- balms
- salves
- cataplasms
- unguents
- plasters
- poultices
- dressings