baby oil

noun

: a usually fragrant mineral oil that is used especially to moisturize and cleanse the skin
also : any of various oils used similarly

Examples of baby oil in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web As for applying baby oil or a sunless tanner before spending time in the sun, as some TikTokers suggest, Houshman strongly advised against it. Kristen Fischer, Health, 15 Aug. 2024 Make the wipe solution: Combine water, baby shampoo or baby wash, and baby oil into a spray bottle. Jennifer White, Parents, 30 July 2024 Its aloe vera, vitamin E, and baby oil left our skin hydrated and soft. Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 11 July 2024 Avoiding Face Oils, But Using Suntan Oils Gone are the outdated days of sizzling in the sun without SPF and lathered up in baby oil—and thank goodness for that. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 30 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for baby oil 

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Word History

First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of baby oil was in 1950

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“Baby oil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/baby%20oil. Accessed 21 Sep. 2024.

Kids Definition

baby oil

noun
: a usually pleasant-smelling oil used especially to add moisture to and clean the skin

Medical Definition

baby oil

noun
: a usually fragrant mineral oil that is used especially to moisturize and cleanse the skin
also : any of various oils used similarly
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