conditioner

noun

con·​di·​tion·​er kən-ˈdi-sh(ə-)nər How to pronounce conditioner (audio)
: something that conditions
specifically : a preparation used to improve the condition of hair

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To minimize exposure, officials recommended avoiding prolonged outdoor exercise, keeping windows and doors closed, and using air purifiers or air conditioners. Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025 Ahead, find shampoos, conditioners, masks, and clarifying treatments to make your flaxen dreams come true. Jenny Berg, Allure, 31 Dec. 2024 Score it in a bundle with its matching conditioner, peptide density serum, and Destined for Density biotin supplements for 20 percent off. Averi Baudler, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024 For cooling, heat pumps work like air conditioners. Julia Simon, NPR, 25 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for conditioner 

Word History

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of conditioner was in 1888

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“Conditioner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/conditioner. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.

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conditioner

noun
con·​di·​tion·​er kən-ˈdish-(ə-)nər How to pronounce conditioner (audio)
: something that conditions
especially : a preparation used to improve the condition of hair

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