Definition
calamines
noun
- Plural of calamine; a pink powder or lotion containing zinc oxide and ferric oxide, used to soothe skin irritation, itching, or minor burns.
Usage: Usually used in the singular form 'calamine' when referring to the substance itself; 'calamines' is the plural form, often used when referring to multiple products or applications.
Examples
- She applied calamines to the mosquito bites to reduce the itching.
- The pharmacy stocked several brands of calamines for treating minor skin irritations.
- Calamines are commonly recommended for sunburn relief.
- The nurse used calamines to help soothe the patient's rash.
- Many people keep calamines in their medicine cabinets for summer emergencies.