1. (noun)ointment, unction, unguent, balm, salve semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
2. (noun)salve anything that remedies or heals or soothes "he needed a salve for his conscience"
3. (verb)salvage, salve, relieve, save save from ruin, destruction, or harm
4. (verb)salve apply a salve to, usually for the purpose of healing