Embrocate

v. t.

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(Med.) To moisten and rub (a diseased part) with a liquid substance, as with spirit, oil, etc., by means of a cloth or sponge. [imp. & p. p. Embrocated ; p. pr. & vb. n. Embrocating.]

Verb

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embrocate - administer an oil or ointment to ; often in a religious ceremony of blessing Synonyms: anele, anoint, inunct, oil

anoint, beeswax, daub, dope, dose, dress, drug, glycerolate, grease, grease the wheels, lard, lubricate, medicate, oil, pomade, salve, slick, slick on, smear, smooth the way, soap the ways, unguent, wax