fomentation
Pronunciation:
/fəʊmənˈteɪʃ(ə)n//ˌfoʊmənˈteɪʃən/noun
Definitions
The act of fomenting; the application of warm, soft, medicinal substances, as for the purpose of easing pain by relaxing the skin, or of discussing (dispersing) tumours.
A lotion or poultice applied to a diseased or injured part of the body.
Encouragement; excitation; instigation.