Definition of LINIMENT

liniment

Meanings

Plural: liniments

Noun

  • a medicinal liquid that is rubbed into the skin to relieve muscular stiffness and pain
  • A topical medical preparation intended to be rubbed into the skin with friction, as for example to relieve symptoms of arthritis.

Verb

  • To apply liniment to.

Origin / Etymology

From Late Latin linimentum.

Synonyms

embrocation

Scrabble Score: 10

liniment is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
liniment is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
liniment is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 14

liniment is a valid Words With Friends word