bar soap

noun

plural bar soaps
: soap in the form of solid usually oblong or rectangular cakes
According to the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, cuts and scrapes actually heal better when cleansed with mild bar soap and water …Barbara Sande Dimmitt
compare soft soap

Examples of bar soap in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Since the brand was founded in 2013, its line has expanded to include bar soaps, shampoo, conditioner, and even a facial cream—all of it made in Soeder’s original facility in Zurich. Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 8 Aug. 2024 We were impressed by how well this bar soap calmed a severe flare-up on our hand. Daley Quinn, Health, 18 July 2024 Other products are in the pipeline, including two-in-one shampoo and conditioner, bar soap, face wash, pomade and hair gel. Emily Burns, WWD, 12 June 2024 This bar soap is made with prickly pear and plant butters, and comes in the shape of a cactus pad—tucked into a lovely box. Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Dec. 2023 See all Example Sentences for bar soap 

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Word History

First Known Use

1776, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bar soap was in 1776

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“Bar soap.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bar%20soap. Accessed 29 Sep. 2024.

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