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salve

/sælv/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does salve mean?

noun, verb

A medicine or ointment applied to the skin to heal or soothe it. To apply a medicine or ointment to a wound or sore.

Example

"She applied a salve to the cut on her finger to promote healing."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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