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cosmetic
[ koz-met-ik ]
noun
- a powder, lotion, lipstick, rouge, or other preparation for beautifying the face, skin, hair, nails, etc.
- cosmetics, superficial measures to make something appear better, more attractive, or more impressive:
The budget committee opted for cosmetics instead of a serious urban renewal plan.
adjective
- serving to beautify; imparting or improving beauty, especially of the face.
- used or done superficially to make something look better, more attractive, or more impressive:
Alterations in the concert hall were only cosmetic and did nothing to improve the acoustics.
cosmetic
/ ɒˈɛɪ /
noun
- any preparation applied to the body, esp the face, with the intention of beautifying it
adjective
- serving or designed to beautify the body, esp the face
- having no other function than to beautify
cosmetic illustrations in a book
- derogatory.designed to cover up a greater flaw or deficiency; superficial
their resignation is a cosmetic exercise
Derived Forms
- DzˌپˈDZDz, noun
- Dzˈپ, adverb
Other 51Թ Forms
- Dz·i·· adverb
- t·Dz·i adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of cosmetic1
Example Sentences
Treatments to remove wrinkles and tone arms, thighs and stomachs are driving a rise in cosmetic surgery, the latest figures from UK private clinics suggest.
It's estimated the live shopping market has reached $32bn, with the most active sectors being fashion, cosmetics and collectibles.
In the show, Parry says: "The things we do for beauty" - hinting at dental and cosmetic procedures common around the world.
She even recorded a video of herself getting extensive dental cosmetics, lest anyone mistake her blazing white teeth for the real thing.
Skin-whitening or lightening, also known as bleaching in Nigeria, is used in different parts of the world for cosmetic reasons, though these often have deep cultural roots.
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