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zinc oxide
noun
: an infusible white solid ZnO used especially as a pigment, in compounding rubber, and in pharmaceutical and cosmetic preparations (such as ointments and sunblocks)
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Apply a product with zinc oxide: This compound has anti-inflammatory properties.9 Look for items that list zinc oxide as an active ingredient, such as medicated baby powder or creams.
—Kelly Hoover Greenway, Health, 19 June 2024
Salt & Stone's cruelty-free Sunscreen Lip Balm is made with non-nano zinc oxide, sweet almond oil, argan oil and bisabolol, an oil with anti-aging and soothing properties.
—Catherine Garcia, theweek, 15 May 2024
Mineral formulas typically contain ingredients such as zinc oxide and titanium dioxide.
—Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 5 June 2024
This silky zinc oxide balm is infused with shea butter to keep the area moisturized and has a glossy finish.
—Jackie Fields, Peoplemag, 31 May 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1849, in the meaning defined above
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“Zinc oxide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zinc%20oxide. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
Kids Definition
zinc oxide
noun
: a white substance that is used as a white pigment, is added to rubber, and is used in medical and cosmetic preparations (as ointments and sunblocks)
Medical Definition
zinc oxide
noun
: a white solid ZnO used in pharmaceutical and cosmetic preparations (as ointments and powders)
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