lipstick

noun

lip·​stick ˈlip-ˌstik 

: a waxy solid usually colored cosmetic in stick form for the lips

also : a stick of such cosmetic with its case

lipsticked

ˈlip-ˌstik 

adjective

Examples of lipstick in a Sentence

She was wearing bright red lipstick.

I put on some lipstick.

Recent Examples on the Web

However, the Hard Candy lipstick transfers a lot more compared to the Rhode (but not as much as a traditional lipstick formula). —Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 19 Apr. 2025

Sales in the fragrance and beauty division were flat, despite the addition of a new fragrance and a new lipstick line, including limited-edition shades. —Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 17 Apr. 2025

This bag is just big enough to hold your ID, cell phone, and a lipstick. —Rebecca Deurlein, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025

Imagine a future where Trend-to-Product helps designers create the next great lipstick color or a new flavor combination that sets the internet on fire. —Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 10 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for lipstick

• broomstick
• dipstick
• homesick
• joystick
• nonstick
• pickwick
• picnic
• redbrick
• seasick
• sidekick
• slapstick
• toothpick

Kids Definition

lipstick

noun

lip·​stick -ˌstik 

: a waxy solid colored cosmetic for the lips usually in stick form