Definition of liniment Liniment

lin•i•ment

We found 5 definitions of liniment from 5 different sources.

What does liniment mean?

Noun Plural: liniments
liniment - a medicinal liquid that is rubbed into the skin to relieve muscular stiffness and pain
		embrocation
		lotion, application any of various cosmetic preparations that are applied to the skin

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liniment (Noun)
A topical medical preparation intended to be rubbed into the skin with friction, such as to relieve symptoms of arthritis.

liniment (n.)
A liquid or semiliquid preparation of a consistence thinner than an ointment, applied to the skin by friction, esp. one used as a sedative or a stimulant.