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salve
noun(sal-ve)
semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
Synonyms: balm, ointment, unction, unguent,
salve
verb(sal-ve)
save from ruin, destruction, or harm
Synonyms: relieve, salvage, save,
salve
noun(sal-ve)
anything that remedies or heals or soothes
Examples:
He needed a salve for his conscience.
salve
verb(sal-ve)
apply a salve to, usually for the purpose of healing

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