salve (n.)

  1. semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation

    [ Syn: ointment , unction , unguent , balm ]

  2. anything that remedies or heals or soothes; he needed a salve for his conscience'

    salve (v.)

  1. save from ruin, destruction, or harm

    [ Syn: salvage , relieve , save ]

  2. apply a salve to, usually for the purpose of healing

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