emollient define
â¢ EMOLLIENT (noun) The noun EMOLLIENT has 1 sense: 1. toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin. Familiarity information: EMOLLIENT used as a noun is very rare. â¢ EMOLLIENT (adjective) The adjective EMOLLIENT has 1 sense: 1. having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skin Familiarity information: EMOLLIENT used as an adjective is very rare.