unguentum

[ uhng-gwen-tuhm ]

noun

, plural un·guen·ta [uhng-, gwen, -t, uh].

1. (in prescriptions) ointment.

Word History and Origins

Origin of unguentum¹

From Latin

Example Sentences

Unlike the Unguentum Armarium, however, its composition was simple.

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It is a modification of the unguentum gyptiacum of old pharmacy.

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The ointment (Unguentum plumbi acetatis) contains 20·6 per cent.

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Compound Mercury Ointment (Unguentum hydrargyri compositum).

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Ointment of Ammoniated Mercury (Unguentum hydrargyri ammoniati).

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