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obtundent
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obtundent, n. [L. obtundens, p. pr. of obtundere.].
A substance which sheathes a part, or blunts irritation, usually some bland, oily, or mucilaginous matter; -- nearly the same as demulcent . Forsyth. [1913 Webster]
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