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emollient

/ɛmˈɒlɪənt/ noun · British & US
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What does emollient mean?

noun

A substance that soothes or softens the skin, or a quality that makes something seem less harsh or unpleasant.

Example

"The moisturizer had an emollient effect on her dry skin."

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