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*h₃engʷ-
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Proto-Indo-European
# *h₃engʷ- **Type:** Etymological root **Language:** Proto-Indo-European **Slug:** h-eng ## Words From This Root - ointment - A thick, smooth cream rubbed on the skin to treat or soothe it. - unctuous - excessively flattering or ingratiating; oily - unguent - a soft greasy substance used as ointment or for lubrication
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ointment
B2
/ˈɔɪn(t)m(ə)nt/
A thick, smooth cream rubbed on the skin to treat or soothe it.
unctuous
C2+
/ˈʌŋktʃuəs/
excessively flattering or ingratiating; oily
unguent
C2+
/ˈʌŋɡwənt/
a soft greasy substance used as ointment or for lubrication
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