mollifier
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/'mɒləˌfaɪə/
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/'mɒlɪfaɪə/
Someone or something that helps to make a situation less tense or angry by being gentle and understanding.
The mollifier's gentle words helped to calm the upset crowd.
安抚者温和的话语帮助平息了激动的人群。
A substance or method that makes something softer or more flexible, like when treating leather or fabric.
The mollifier was used to soften the leather, making it more comfortable to touch.
软化剂被用来软化皮革,使其触感更加舒适。