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demulcent

de·mul·cent

demulcent

 
 
pronunciation:
dih muhl snt
parts of speech:
adjective, noun
part of speech: adjective
definition: soothing, as an ointment or the like.
 
part of speech: noun
definition: an oily or sticky substance used esp. to soothe irritation in mucous membranes.
If you have a sore throat, licorice root is a natural demulcent.