| pomade | 1. Cider. 2. Perfumed ointment; especially, a fragrant unguent for the hair; pomatum; originally made from apples. Origin: F. Pommade pomatum, OF. Pomade cider (cf. Sp. Pomada, It. Pomata, LL. Pomata a drink made of apples), from L. Pomum fruit, LL, an apple. Cf. Pomatum. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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| pomade acne | Acne commonly found on the forehead and temples of negro males after prolonged and repetitious application of hair creams. (05 Mar 2000) |