Associations to the word «Poultice»
Noun
- Wound
- Sore
- Mustard
- Infusion
- Swelling
- Treatment
- Bandage
- Boil
- Potion
- Herb
- Inflammation
- Bruise
- Ulcer
- Bran
- Plaster
- Vinegar
- Remedy
- Foot
- Onion
- Soothing
- Flannel
- Paste
- Leech
- Blister
- Aching
- Syrup
- Ailment
- Dressing
- Healing
- Bark
- Bite
- Bowel
- Arthritis
- Massage
- Treat
- Spice
- Sting
- Brew
- Slough
- Elm
- Garlic
- Cure
- Boiling
- Cloth
- Sole
- Rub
- Whisky
- Abdomen
- Tea
- Bread
- Root
- Bath
- Headache
- Infection
- Healer
- Bleeding
- Flour
- Stir
Adjective
Adverb
Wiktionary
POULTICE, noun. A soft, moist mass applied topically to a sore, aching or lesioned part of the body to soothe. A poultice is usually wrapped in cloth and often warmed before being applied.
POULTICE, verb. (transitive) To treat with a poultice.
Dictionary definition
POULTICE, noun. A medical dressing consisting of a soft heated mass of meal or clay that is spread on a cloth and applied to the skin to treat inflamed areas or improve circulation etc..
POULTICE, verb. Dress by covering with a therapeutic substance.
Wise words
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