lipstick

noun

lip·​stick ˈlip-ˌstik How to pronounce lipstick (audio)
: a waxy solid usually colored cosmetic in stick form for the lips
also : a stick of such cosmetic with its case
lipsticked adjective

Examples of lipstick in a Sentence

She was wearing bright red lipstick. I put on some lipstick.
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Lydia shuts it down immediately and runs off to admonish herself for putting on that lipstick. Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2024 Nails, lipstick, sweaters, and beanies have all been influenced by this color trend, acting as the cherry on top of any outfit. Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024 Ensuring your lips are moisturized creates a smoother canvas for lipstick application. Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024 From disposable cameras for snapping spontaneous memories (and mirror selfies, where Delphine's logo was scrawled in Bobbi Brown lipstick) to campaign cutout stickers, the evening was electric with the brand's playful and flirtatious character. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 4 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lipstick 

Word History

First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of lipstick was in 1880

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“Lipstick.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lipstick. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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lipstick

noun
lip·​stick -ˌstik How to pronounce lipstick (audio)
: a waxy solid colored cosmetic for the lips usually in stick form
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