inunction

inunction /in·unc·tion/ (in-unk´shun) the act of anointing or applying an ointment by rubbing.

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in·unc·tion (n-ngkshn)

n.

The process of applying and rubbing in an ointment.

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inunction

[inungk′shən]

Etymology: L, in, within, ungere, to smear

1 the rubbing of a drug mixed with an oil or fatty substance into the skin, with absorption of the active ingredient.

2 any compound so applied.

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inunction (inungk´shn),

n the local application of a drug in an oily or semisolid vehicle, such as an ointment, or the preparation that is thus applied.

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inunction

1. the act of anointing or applying an ointment by friction.

2. an ointment made with lanolin as a menstruum.