American English pronunciation
How to pronounce ointment
IPA transcription: ['ɔɪntmənt]
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Noun
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semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
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toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin
Usage examples
- Shortly after the Mayer appointment, Levinsohn left the company in August.
- He also held political appointments in both Nova Scotia and Upper Canada.
- Your appointment has been changed.
- Diaper rash ointment can also help.
- Dorothy was almost ready to cry with disappointment.
- Cleaver welcomed Chisholm's appointment stating him as a strong advocate for research.
- Quick was the disappointment in his face, yet smiling was the acquiescence.
- His appointment as prime minister was widely predicted.
- That'll be a disappointment.
- Altogether, the film ended up a huge disappointment, commercially.