The Clue
Wound soother (5 letter answer)
The Answer
SALVE
Tags
Notes
The answer SALVE is uncommon, appearing about once every 450 puzzles.
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Rash decision?
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Definition
SALVE as a noun:
1. (ointment, unction, unguent, balm, salve) = semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
2. anything that remedies or heals or soothes; "he needed a salve for his conscience"
SALVE as a verb:
1. (salvage, salve, relieve, save) = save from ruin, destruction, or harm
2. apply a salve to, usually for the purpose of healing