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salve n. [
ointment, unction, unguent, balm] semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
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salve n. anything that remedies or heals or soothes; "he needed a salve for his conscience"
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salve v. [
salvage, relieve, save] save from ruin, destruction, or harm
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salve v. apply a salve to, usually for the purpose of healing
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