demulcent
adjective
[ dɪˈmʌls(ə)nt ]
• (of a substance) relieving inflammation or irritation.
demulcent
noun
• a substance that relieves irritation of the mucous membranes in the mouth by forming a protective film.
Origin:
mid 18th century: from Latin demulcent- ‘stroking caressingly’, from the verb demulcere, from de- ‘away’ + mulcere ‘soothe’.
