deodorant

noun

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

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Their range includes face creams, hair care, makeup, bronzers, bath oils, and deodorant, all crafted to support skin health naturally. Julie Loffredi, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025 That means that everything, from a hairbrush to a deodorant to sunscreen, goes into the same large compartment. Ryan Krogh, Outside Online, 5 Mar. 2025 From Old Spice deodorant—who hasn’t dated someone who’s worn it?—to a surprisingly affordable knit blanket, Holland’s picks are incredibly endearing. Maya Gandara, StyleCaster, 19 Feb. 2025 Variations: Gabrielle Chanel is available in an essence eau de parfum and parfum—along with travel sizes, a body cream, hair mist, deodorant, and body lotion. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 Feb. 2025 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 22 Mar. 2025.

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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