I. də̇ˈməlsənt, dēˈ- adjective
Etymology: Latin demulcent-, demulcens, present participle of demulcēre to caress, soothe, from de- + mulcēre to caress, soothe
: soothing , softening
demulcent expectorants which give a protective coating to the throat — Therapeutic Notes
II. noun
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: a substance (as tragacanth, acacia, or flaxseed) usually of a mucilaginous or oily character capable of soothing an inflamed or abraded mucous membrane or protecting it from irritation