: a preparation that destroys or masks unpleasant odors
deodorantadjective
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the WebValisure also found spray products that didn’t contain any detectable benzene, including a deodorant from Sanofi’s Gold Bond and antiperspirants from Unilever’s Axe and Degree.BostonGlobe.com, 4 Nov. 2021 Valisure also found spray products that didn’t contain any detectable benzene, including a deodorant from Sanofi’s Gold Bond and antiperspirants from Unilever’s Axe and Degree. Anna Edney, ajc, 4 Nov. 2021 Unilever for example have refillable deodorant sticks, which leverage recyclable glass and aluminium within the bottle packaging.Forbes, 15 Aug. 2022 Finding a fragrance-free deodorant that works is even harder. Jenna Rosenstein, Harper's BAZAAR, 11 May 2022 Shoppers specifically pointed to PiperWai's ingredient list as their reasoning for making the switch, including one who described themselves as a natural deodorant skeptic. Lauren Rearick, PEOPLE.com, 15 Apr. 2022 Pits that have been purged of smell-causing bacteria set the stage for deodorant, natural formulas especially, to boost its overall effectiveness. Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 2 Aug. 2022 Even though benzene is not listed as an ingredient in sunscreen or deodorant (including the latest Banana Boat sunscreen), the colorless chemical likely works its way into the items as a byproduct of the manufacturing process. Hannah Jeon, Good Housekeeping, 1 Aug. 2022 For instance, Melton recommends campers do not bring toothpaste inside their tent or put deodorant on before lights-out. Andrea Sachs, Washington Post, 22 June 2022 See More
Word History
First Known Use
1869, in the meaning defined above
Kids Definition
deodorant
noun
de·odor·ant dē-ˈō-də-rənt
: something used to remove or hide unpleasant odors
Medical Definition
deodorant 1 of 2
adjective
de·odor·ant dē-ˈōd-ə-rənt
: destroying or masking offensive odors
deodorant
2 of 2
noun
: any of various preparations or solutions (as a soap or disinfectant) that destroy or mask unpleasant odors
especially: a cosmetic that neutralizes perspiration odors