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   embrocation

   /ˌɛmbrəˈkeɪʃn/

   noun

   • 1. a liquid for rubbing on the body to relieve pain from sprains and strains: "a bottle of embrocation"

   Word Origin late Middle English: from medieval Latin embrocatio(n-), from the verb embrocare, based on Greek embrokhē ‘lotion’.

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   What does Embrocation mean?

   • Get a quick, free translation! Click on the arrows to change the translation direction. EMBROCATION definition: 1. a liquid that is rubbed onto the body to reduce pain or stiffness in muscles 2. a liquid that is…. Learn more.

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   What does embrocacioun mean?

   • Middle English embrocacioun, from Middle French embrocacion, from Medieval Latin embrocation-, embrocatio, from Late Latin embrocare to rub with lotion, from Greek embroche lotion, from en- + brechein to wet 15th century, in the meaning defined above “Embrocation.”

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   What is embrocate used for?

   • See embrocate, -ion It is used chiefly in India mixed with oil as an embrocation for rheumatism; given internally it is regarded as an antisyphilitic. It is used as an embrocation for rheumatism and for neck galls of cattle. It forms a valuable embrocation, in cases of tumors or swellings from bruises, by being frequently rubbed on the part.

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   What is Embrocation & why is it important?

   • Embrocation: a liquid used for rubbing on the body to relieve pain from sprains and strains. Embro. Leg Lube. Belgian knee warmers. Whatever you call it, it's something that has fascinated cyclists for decades. It is an essential part of cyclocross, but has become an accepted and even necessary part of fall, winter and early spring road cycling.

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3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › embrocationEmbrocation Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Embrocation is a noun that means liniment, a liquid or ointment applied to the skin for relief or treatment. Learn the etymology, history, and usage of this word from the Merriam-Webster dictionary.

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   Embrocation is a liquid that is rubbed onto the body to reduce pain or stiffness in muscles. Learn more about its synonyms, pronunciation, translations and usage in literature from Cambridge Dictionary.

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   Embrocation definition: the act of embrocating a bruised or diseased part of the body.. See examples of EMBROCATION used in a sentence.

6. www.thefreedictionary.com › embrocationEmbrocation - definition of embrocation by The Free Dictionary

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   Embrocation is a medical term for moistening and rubbing a part of the body with a liniment or lotion. It can also refer to the liquid preparation used for this purpose. See different sources and translations of embrocation.

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8. www.collinsdictionary.com › english › embrocationEMBROCATION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   noun. a drug or agent for rubbing into the skin; liniment. Collins English Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers. Word Frequency. embrocation in American English. (ˌɛmbroʊˈkeɪʃən ; ˌɛmbrəˈkeɪʃən ) noun. 1. the process of rubbing an oil, etc. on the body. 2. a liquid used in this way; liniment, etc.

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   Embrocation is a liquid for rubbing on muscles to make them less painful, for example after too much exercise. Learn how to pronounce, use and differentiate it from similar words with the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary app.