lenitive
Pronunciation: len′i-tiv
Definition:
- Soothing; relieving discomfort or pain.
- Rarely used term for a demulcent.
[L. lenio, pp. lenitus, to soften, fr. lenis, mild]
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Examples: glitazone, GI cocktail, etc.
Pronunciation: len′i-tiv
Definition:
[L. lenio, pp. lenitus, to soften, fr. lenis, mild]
Examples: glitazone, GI cocktail, etc.