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Definition of demulcent in English: demulcentadjective dɪˈmʌls(ə)ntdəˈməlsənt Medicine (of a substance) relieving inflammation or irritation. Example sentencesExamples - The mucilages are a very useful group of substances, being in most cases both demulcent and nutritive.
- The seeds are valued medicinally for their diuretic, demulcent and stomachic properties.
- It is an important demulcent laxative, especially when combined with other laxative herbs.
- Bronchitis' best herbs are pectorals that combine expectorant action to clear the sputum with demulcent properties to soothe the inflamed tissue, therefore, Aniseed, Angelica root, Comfrey root and Hyssop are recommended.
- The second type of laxative is a lubricating bulk laxative, including demulcent herbs such as psyllium and flax seed.
Synonyms soothing, alleviating, sedative, calmative, calming
noun dɪˈmʌls(ə)ntdəˈməlsənt Medicine A substance that relieves irritation of the mucous membranes in the mouth by forming a protective film. Example sentencesExamples - Syrup alone may act as a demulcent and provide antitussive action without side effects.
- Simple cough mixtures contain ingredients known as demulcents, for example glycerin, honey and syrup.
- Many pastilles contain demulcents (relieves irritation) for example glycerine or honey, which can safely be taken by most people to stop their throat from feeling dry.
- For example, comfrey is considered a safe herb and is used as a demulcent.
- Both marshmallow root and slippery elm act as demulcents, which coat the lining of the esophagus and protect it from irritation.
Origin Mid 18th century: from Latin demulcent- 'stroking caressingly', from the verb demulcere, from de- 'away' + mulcere 'soothe'. Definition of demulcent in US English: demulcentadjectivedəˈməlsəntdəˈməlsənt Medicine (of a substance) relieving inflammation or irritation. Example sentencesExamples - The mucilages are a very useful group of substances, being in most cases both demulcent and nutritive.
- The seeds are valued medicinally for their diuretic, demulcent and stomachic properties.
- It is an important demulcent laxative, especially when combined with other laxative herbs.
- Bronchitis' best herbs are pectorals that combine expectorant action to clear the sputum with demulcent properties to soothe the inflamed tissue, therefore, Aniseed, Angelica root, Comfrey root and Hyssop are recommended.
- The second type of laxative is a lubricating bulk laxative, including demulcent herbs such as psyllium and flax seed.
Synonyms soothing, alleviating, sedative, calmative, calming
noundəˈməlsəntdəˈməlsənt Medicine A substance that relieves irritation of the mucous membranes in the mouth by forming a protective film. Example sentencesExamples - Both marshmallow root and slippery elm act as demulcents, which coat the lining of the esophagus and protect it from irritation.
- Many pastilles contain demulcents (relieves irritation) for example glycerine or honey, which can safely be taken by most people to stop their throat from feeling dry.
- Syrup alone may act as a demulcent and provide antitussive action without side effects.
- Simple cough mixtures contain ingredients known as demulcents, for example glycerin, honey and syrup.
- For example, comfrey is considered a safe herb and is used as a demulcent.
Origin Mid 18th century: from Latin demulcent- ‘stroking caressingly’, from the verb demulcere, from de- ‘away’ + mulcere ‘soothe’. |