poultice

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Dampen the stone, apply the poultice a half-inch thick, then cover it with plastic and tape down the edges.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 29, 2022

If the stains look lighter but aren’t gone, repeat the poultice procedure.

From Washington Post • Feb. 14, 2022

She suggests making a violet leaf infusion or poultice for soothing an eye irritation or injury.

From Salon • Aug. 23, 2021

Benrejdal later returned and applied a make-shift poultice of takeaway leftovers to the arm.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2017

“Hmmm, a thoughtful girl. Cumin is what I advise. Rare and odorous. Not in your queen’s herb bed, I am sure. A poultice applied to the side. I will prepare it now.”

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein