adj. having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skin; n. a medication in the form of an oil or salve etc. that soothes inflamed or injured skin
The demulcent expectorant gave a protective coating to her throat.
The demulcent expectorant gave a protective coating to her throat.
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soothing; emollient; softening; balm; salve
rough; hard
3 syllables
de-mul-cent
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