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Meaning of POMATUM

Pronunciation:  pow'meytum

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  hairdressing consisting of a perfumed oil or ointment
 
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 Synonyms: pomade
 
 See Also: brilliantine, hair grease, hair oil, hairdressing, hairtonic

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. \Po*ma"tum\, n. [See {Pomade}.]
    A perfumed unguent or composition, chiefly used in dressing
    the hair; pomade. --Wiseman.
    
  2. \Po*ma"tum\, v. t.
    To dress with pomatum.
    
 

 

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