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noun
A substance which sheathes a part, or blunts irritation, usually some bland, oily, or mucilaginous matter; – nearly the same as demulcent.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: dated
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noun
Something which obtunds.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: dated
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History
From Latin obtundens, present participle of obtundere.
