-
- To save this word, you'll need to log in.
antiperspirant
noun
an·ti·per·spi·rant
ˌan-tē-ˈpər-sp(ə-)rənt
ˌan-ˌtī-
: a preparation used to reduce perspiration
Examples of antiperspirant in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Frequently Asked Questions: What are antiperspirants?
—Sarah Madaus, Allure, 4 Oct. 2024
The Deodorant Gel, $18 Best Invisible: Nivea Black and White Invisible Roll-On Antiperspirant, $12
Best Alcohol-Free: Dove Advanced Care Antiperspirant Deodorant Spray, $22
What’s the difference between deodorant and antiperspirant?
—Jenny McCoy, Glamour, 25 Sep. 2024
Whole-body odor reduction products come in two main categories: deodorants and antiperspirants.
—Sara Novak, Scientific American, 10 June 2024
There are also topical antiperspirants that can help.
—Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 10 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for antiperspirant
These examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
illustrate current usage. Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of
Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback
about these examples.
Word History
First Known Use
1920, in the meaning defined above
Dictionary Entries Near antiperspirant
Cite this Entry
“Antiperspirant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/antiperspirant. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
antiperspirant
noun
an·ti·per·spi·rant
ˌant-i-ˈpər-sp(ə-)rənt
ˌan-ˌtī-
: a preparation used to stop or reduce perspiration
Medical Definition
antiperspirant
noun
an·ti·per·spi·rant
ˌant-i-ˈpər-sp(ə-)rənt, ˌan-ˌtī-
: a cosmetic preparation used to check excessive perspiration
More from Merriam-Webster on antiperspirant
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share