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emollient2 entries found for emollient.To select an entry, click on it. Main Entry: 1emol·lient  Pronunciation: i-'mäl-y&nt Function: adjective Etymology: Latin emollient-, emolliens, present participle of emollire to soften, from e- + mollis soft -- more at MOLLIFY 1 : making soft or supple; also : soothing especially to the skin or mucous membrane <an emollient hand lotion> 2 : making less intense or harsh : MOLLIFYING <soothe us in our agonies with emollient words -- H. L. Mencken>
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