deodorant

noun

de·​odor·​ant dē-ˈō-də-rənt How to pronounce deodorant (audio)
: a preparation that destroys or masks unpleasant odors
deodorant adjective

Examples of deodorant in a Sentence

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This whole-body deodorant can be used where traditional antiperspirants can’t. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024 The beauty industry has found a way to commercialize every square inch of your skin, from whole-body deodorant to intimate vulva-care. Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 14 Oct. 2024 On top of its delightful scent, our editors love this deodorant's odor-minimizing properties and aluminum-free formulation. Anamaria Glavan, Allure, 5 Oct. 2024 Try a scented body lotion or deodorant along with your usual eau de parfum. Philipp Wehsack, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for deodorant 

Word History

First Known Use

1869, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of deodorant was in 1869

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“Deodorant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/deodorant. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

deodorant

noun
de·​odor·​ant dē-ˈōd-ə-rənt How to pronounce deodorant (audio)
: a preparation that destroys or masks unpleasant odors
deodorant adjective

Medical Definition

deodorant

1 of 2 adjective
de·​odor·​ant dē-ˈōd-ə-rənt How to pronounce deodorant (audio)
: destroying or masking offensive odors

deodorant

2 of 2 noun
: any of various preparations or solutions (as a soap or disinfectant) that destroy or mask unpleasant odors
especially : a cosmetic that neutralizes perspiration odors

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