verb
foment
Foment (verb) means to incite or cause troublesome acts; to encourage; to instigate.
verb
1
To incite or cause troublesome acts; to encourage; to instigate.
2
To apply a poultice to; to bathe with a cloth or sponge.
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Etymology
From Middle English fomenten, a borrowing from Old French fomenter, from Late Latin fōmentāre, from Latin fōmentum (“lotion”), from fovēre (“heat, cherish”).
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What is the meaning of foment?
"foment" (verb) means to incite or cause troublesome acts; to encourage; to instigate.
What are the different meanings of foment?
"foment" has 2 main meanings: 1. To incite or cause troublesome acts; to encourage; to instigate; 2. To apply a poultice to; to bathe with a cloth or sponge.