🧴salve

noun
/sælv/

Meaning

An ointment used to promote healing of the skin or as protection.

Example Sentences

She applied a salve to the burn on her hand.

Example Expressions

a salve for the soul

Synonyms

ointment, balm, cream, lotion

Antonyms

irritant, poison

Collocations

healing salve, soothing salve, herbal salve, medicated salve

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