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   demulcent

   /dɪˈmʌls(ə)nt/

   adjective

   • 1. (of a substance) relieving inflammation or irritation.

   noun

   • 1. a substance that relieves irritation of the mucous membranes in the mouth by forming a protective film.

   Word Origin mid 18th century: from Latin demulcent- ‘stroking caressingly’, from the verb demulcere, from de- ‘away’ + mulcere ‘soothe’.

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