cataplasm


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Related to cataplasm: poultice

poul·tice

(pōl'tis),
A soft magma or mush prepared by wetting various powders or other absorbent substances with oily or watery fluids, sometimes medicated, and usually applied to the surface while hot; it exerts an emollient, relaxing, or stimulant, counterirritant effect on the skin and underlying tissues.
Synonym(s): cataplasm
[L. puls (pult-), a thick pap; G. poltos]

cataplasm

(kăt′ə-plăz′əm)
n.
See poultice.

cataplasm

A poultice.

cataplasm

see poultice.
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