eyewash

noun

Meaning

A soothing medicated lotion for the eyes
Nonsense; flattery; pretentiousness.
To fool with nonsense or flattery.
(intelligence) To keep information secret by sending false information to many people in one's own organization, and correct information to a select few.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

collyrium(English)eye-lotion(English)wash(English)washout(English)rewash(English)rinsing(English)ablution(English)washwater(English)shower(English)chemicals(English)safety(English)eyes(English)

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Sources

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