fomentation
[ foh-men-tey-shuh n ]
/ ˌfoʊ mɛnˈteɪ ʃən /
noun
encouragement of discord, rebellion, etc.; instigation.
the application of warm liquid, ointments, etc., to the surface of the body.
the liquid, ointments, etc., so applied.
Words nearby fomentation
folsom man,
folsom point,
folía,
fomalhaut,
foment,
fomentation,
fomes,
fomite,
fomites,
fomo,
fomorian
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Medical definitions for fomentation
fomentation
[ fō′mən-tā′shən, -mĕn- ]
n.
A substance or material used as a warm, moist medicinal compress; a poultice.
The therapeutic application of warmth and moisture, as to relieve pain.