English dictionary

embrocate

/'/E/mbr/oU/,k/eI/t/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

verb

administer an oil or ointment to ; often in a religious ceremony of blessing

verb.body

Synonyms anele anoint inunct oil

Source: WordNet 3.0
To moisten and rub (a diseased part) with a liquid substance, as with spirit, oil, etc., by means of a cloth or sponge.

verb

Source: webster1913