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pomade

Pronunciation: /pəˈmeɪd, -ˈmɑːd/

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Definition of pomade

noun

[mass noun]
  • a scented ointment or oil for dressing the hair.

verb

[with object] (often as adjective pomaded)
  • apply pomade to: a perfumed and pomaded man

Origin:

mid 16th century: from French pommade, based on Latin pomum 'apple' (from which it was originally made)

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