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 Definitions of fomentation  [ˌfoʊ mɛnˈteɪ ʃən]  

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Definition of 'fomentation' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) fomentation
encouragement of discord, rebellion, etc.; instigation.

2.  fomentation
the application of warm liquid, ointments, etc., to the surface of the body.

3.  fomentation
the liquid, ointments, etc., so applied.


Definition of 'fomentation' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) fomentation
a substance used as a warm moist medicinal compress or poultice

2. (noun) fomentation
application of warm wet coverings to a part of the body to relieve pain and inflammation

3. (noun) fomentation, instigation
deliberate and intentional triggering (of trouble or discord)


Definition of 'fomentation' Webster Dictionary 

1. (noun) fomentation
the act of fomenting; the application of warm, soft, medicinal substances, as for the purpose of easing pain, by relaxing the skin, or of discussing tumors

2. (noun) fomentation
the lotion applied to a diseased part

3. (noun) fomentation
excitation; instigation; encouragement



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