Poultice: meaning, definitions and examples

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poultice

 

[ หˆpลl-tษ™s ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical treatment

A poultice is a soft, moist mass of material, often made from plant substances, applied to the body to relieve soreness and inflammation. It is typically used for local treatment of injuries or ailments and can be made with various ingredients depending on the desired effect.

Synonyms

compress, dressings, pack

Examples of usage

  • She applied a poultice to her swollen ankle.
  • The doctor recommended a poultice of chamomile for relaxation.
  • He made a herbal poultice to help with the infection.

Translations

Translations of the word "poultice" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cataplasma

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคŸเฅเคŸเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wickel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pasta

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพะผะฟั€ะตั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ okล‚ad

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆนฟๅธƒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cataplasme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cataplasma

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sargฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฐœ์งˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูุนูŽุตู‘ูŽุจูŽุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ obklad

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ obklad

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ•ทๆ–™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ obklad

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ klumpur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะฐะบะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ›แƒžแƒ แƒ”แƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kompres

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cataplasma

Etymology

The word 'poultice' originates from the Middle English term 'pultes,' which was derived from the Old French 'poulte,' meaning a mash or a paste. This was further traced back to the Latin word 'puls,' indicating a thick porridge or paste, which was used in various medicinal contexts. The evolution of the term reflects its consistent use through centuries, embodying the traditional practice of applying soft, absorbent materials to the skin for healing purposes. With roots in ancient medicine, poultices were often made from natural ingredients such as herbs, roots, and grains, showcasing the historical reliance on botanical remedies. Over time, poultices have persisted as a method of treatment across cultures, adapting to modern practices while retaining their foundational principle of topical healing.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,125, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.