Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
eye-ointment
noun
/aɪ ˈɔɪntmənt/
Definition
A special medication applied around or in the eyes to treat various conditions.
Examples
- After the doctor examined the tear in her eye, he prescribed an eye-ointment for treatment.
- She applied the eye-ointment before bed to relieve the dryness.
Meaning
Eye ointment is used to soothe and heal eye-related issues such as infections or irritation.
Synonyms
- eyedrops
- ocular ointment
- eye cream
