fomentation
noun
fo·men·ta·tion ˌfō-mən-ˈtā-shən 
-ˌmen-
1
a
: the application of hot moist substances to the body to ease pain
b
: the material so applied
2
: the act of fomenting : instigation
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web From deep state leaks to unmasking requests, the president and his allies don't quit with all these conspiracy theories, with all these ridiculous fomentations. 
Fox News, 7 Sep. 2018
Fox News, 7 Sep. 2018 Word History
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a
Medical Definition
fomentation
noun
fo·men·ta·tion ˌfō-mən-ˈtā-shən, -ˌmen-
1
: the application of hot moist substances to the body to ease pain
2
: the material applied in fomentation : poultice
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