1. a smooth oily or greasy preparation applied to the skin for medicinal or cosmetic purposes

Examples

• The doctor prescribed an antibiotic ointment for the cut.
• She applied healing ointment to her sunburned shoulders.
• The pharmacist recommended a soothing ointment for the rash.
• He rubbed the ointment gently into his sore muscles.
• The first aid kit contained bandages and antiseptic ointment.
• My grandmother always used homemade ointment for minor scrapes.