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pomata — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • balsam noun A sweet-smelling oil or resin taken from various plants.
  • ointment noun A thick, oily paste, often medicated, applied to the skin to treat or soothe it.
  • pomade noun An oily or waxy product used to shape hair so it looks smooth and glossy.
  • salve noun A soothing or healing ointment applied to the skin.

Senses

pomata is used for these senses in English:

  • balsam (chiefly, UK) A soothing ointment.
  • ointment (medicine) A viscous preparation of oils and/or fats, usually containing medication, used as a treatment or as an emollient.
  • pomade A greasy or waxy substance that is used to style hair, making it look slick and shiny.
  • salve An ointment, cream, or balm with soothing, healing, or calming effects.

balsam — full definition

  1. noun A sweet-smelling oil or resin taken from various plants.
  2. noun A flowering plant of the genus Impatiens.
  3. noun A soothing ointment.
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