zinc ointment

zinc ointment

n. A salve consisting of about 20 percent zinc oxide with beeswax or paraffin and petrolatum, used in the treatment of skin disorders. Also called zinc oxide ointment.

zinc ointment

n (Pharmacology) a medicinal ointment consisting of zinc oxide, petrolatum, and paraffin, used to treat certain skin diseases

zinc′ oint′ment

n. an ointment composed of mineral oil and zinc oxide, used as a sunblock and to treat skin conditions. [1835–45]

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zinc ointment - an ointment containing zinc that is used to treat certain skin diseasesointment, salve, unguent, balm, unction - semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation

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