Ob*tund"ent (?), n. [L. obtundens, p.pr. of obtundere.] Med.

A substance which sheathes a part, or blunts irritation, usually some bland, oily, or mucilaginous matter; -- nearly the same as demulcent.

Forsyth.

 

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