Fomentation Definition

fōmən-tāshən, -mĕn-
noun
Treatment of bodily pain or injury by the application of warm, moist substances, as in a lotion or compress.
Webster's New World
A stirring up of trouble; incitement.
Webster's New World
A lotion, compress, etc. so applied.
Webster's New World
The therapeutic application of warmth and moisture, as to relieve pain.
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Noun

Singular:
fomentation
Plural:
fomentations

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