calamine lotion
noun
Simple meaning
A lotion made up of a liquid preparation containing calamine.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈkæləmaɪnˈloʊʃən
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Definition
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noun
A lotion consisting of a liquid preparation containing calamine; used to treat itching or mild skin irritations
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How this word commonly comes across.
This meaning: A lotion consisting of a liquid preparation containing calamine; used to treat itching or mild skin irritations
Used this way, calamine lotion is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly unfavourable pull. It stays understated rather than dramatic. It sounds natural in ordinary conversation and in expressive writing alike.
- Emotional tone
- Negative
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Mild
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Serious and weighty
- Usage feel
- Everyday but emotionally strong
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