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SEBUM Synonyms

There are 8 synonyms of the word sebum. (exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word sebum. (close relations)
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sebaceousseborrheic

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balm
nounn
noun

• any of various aromatic resinous substances used for healing and soothing

• semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation

grease
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a thick fatty oil (especially one used to lubricate machinery)

• anything regarded as making something unclean

verb

• lubricate with grease

lubricant
nounn
noun

• a substance capable of reducing friction by making surfaces smooth or slippery

oil
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water

• oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist

• a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons

• any of a group of liquid edible fats that are obtained from plants

verb

• cover with oil, as if by rubbing

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

ointment
nounn
noun

• semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation

• toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin

salve
verb, nounv, n
noun

• semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation

• anything that remedies or heals or soothes

verb

• save from ruin, destruction, or harm

• apply a salve to, usually for the purpose of healing

wax
verb, nounv, n
noun

• any of various substances of either mineral origin or plant or animal origin; they are solid at normal temperatures and insoluble in water

verb

• cover with wax

• go up or advance

• increase in phase

moisturizer
nounn
noun

• Something that causes moisture or a a condition of wetness; something that makes things moist.

• Moisturising cream, emollient.

Best Hypernyms For SEBUM

Here is a list of related hypernyms for sebum, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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secretion

Alternatives for BALM

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