antiperspirant

noun

an·​ti·​per·​spi·​rant ˌan-tē-ˈpər-sp(ə-)rənt How to pronounce antiperspirant (audio)
ˌan-ˌtī-
: a preparation used to reduce perspiration

Examples of antiperspirant in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Body wash, bar soap, shampoo, and conditioner, plus 48-hour antiperspirant make up the next category and feature three luxury scents. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2024 Some armpit lumps may be harmless—resulting from actions like shaving or using antiperspirants—while others can be a potential sign of breast cancer or infections. Dr. Roshini Raj, Health, 3 Mar. 2024 Use antiperspirant instead of deodorant: Antiperspirant prevents sweating, while deodorant masks body odor. Cathy Cassata, Health, 28 Jan. 2024 Though whole-body deodorants and antiperspirants are generally safe, there are some risks to be aware of, experts said. Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 3 Jan. 2024 Often, a second application of deodorant or antiperspirant is needed to keep you feeling and smelling fresh — after all, when traveling on airplanes in close quarters with others, maintaining scent hygiene is a golden rule of travel etiquette. Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 18 Dec. 2023 Try antiperspirants with 10% to 20% aluminum chloride hexahydrate. Amanda MacMillan, Health, 25 Nov. 2023 Plugging your armpit pores with antiperspirant, then, won’t affect your ability to cool down: There are plenty of other escape routes on your skin. WIRED, 30 Sep. 2023 Now, check out our favorite nourishing creams, invigorating cleansers, natural-looking tanners, and gentle treatments, plus ultra-effective antiperspirants, gentle hair-removal products, and more. Liana Schaffner, Allure, 21 Sep. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1920, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of antiperspirant was in 1920

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Cite this Entry

“Antiperspirant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/antiperspirant. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

antiperspirant

noun
an·​ti·​per·​spi·​rant ˌant-i-ˈpər-sp(ə-)rənt How to pronounce antiperspirant (audio)
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- How to pronounce antiperspirant (audio)
: a cosmetic preparation used to check excessive perspiration

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