protectant

noun

pro·​tec·​tant prə-ˈtek-tənt How to pronounce protectant (audio)
: a protecting agent

Examples of protectant in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web When doing a silk press, Garvey’s process starts with shampoo and conditioner, followed by a leave-in conditioner and heat protectant before going in with a blow dryer. Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 14 Oct. 2024 Pair the Amika Waver with a heat protectant to keep her strands smooth and damage-resistant throughout each styling session. Annie Blackman, Allure, 17 Sep. 2024 The petroleum jelly, lanolin, and mineral oil in Aquaphor act as occlusive moisturizers and skin protectants. Rosanna Sutherby, Verywell Health, 11 Sep. 2024 Humidity-fighting products—such as serums, sprays, and heat protectants—work wonders on strengthening and bolstering your hair before heading outside. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for protectant 

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Word History

First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of protectant was in 1876

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Cite this Entry

“Protectant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/protectant. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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