cerate
noun
ce·rate ˈsir-ˌāt 
: an unctuous preparation for external use consisting of wax or resin or spermaceti mixed with oil, lard, and medicinal ingredients
Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Latin ceratum wax salve, from cera wax — more at cerumen
First Known Use
15th century, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
cerate
noun
ce·rate ˈsi(ə)r-ˌāt
: an unctuous preparation for external use consisting of wax or resin mixed with oil, lard, and medicinal ingredients