Poultice (noun)

A soft, moist substance applied to the skin for medicinal or soothing purposes.

Origin:

Derived from the latin word 'pultes' meaning 'porridge' or 'soft food'.

Examples:

1. Herbs and other medicinal ingredients are often combined to make a poultice.
2. A poultice can help reduce inflammation and speed up the healing process.
3. The patient was instructed to keep the poultice on the affected area for several hours.
4. A warm poultice can provide comfort to aching muscles and joints.
5. Poultices have been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat a variety of conditions.