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- pronunciation:
- dih
muhl
snt
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
part of speech: |
adjective |
definition: |
soothing, as an ointment or the like.
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related words: |
bland |
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition: |
an oily or sticky substance used esp. to soothe irritation in mucous membranes.
If you have a sore throat, licorice root is a natural demulcent. |
related words: |
lotion |
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