Vocabulary Entry

salving

|verb • noun

verb

To soothe or heal, often referring to a wound or emotional hurt.

Example Sentences

"She was salving her wounds with a gentle balm."

"He tried salving his guilt by volunteering at the shelter."

"The medicine is designed for salving minor skin irritations."

noun

Example Sentences

"His salving of her heartache was much appreciated."

"The salving of the community's fears took time and effort."

"She found salving in the comforting words of her friend."