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单词 depilatory
释义

depilatory

noun

de·​pil·​a·​to·​ry di-ˈpi-lə-ˌtȯr-ē How to pronounce depilatory (audio)
plural depilatories
: an agent for removing hair, wool, or bristles
depilatory adjective

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Thousands of Amazon reviewers agree: this depilatory cream is one of the very best. Audrey Noble, Harper's BAZAAR, 20 May 2022 Thankfully, things have greatly improved since Berry's depilatory days. Jihan Forbes, Allure, 22 Apr. 2021 Before that, removing body hair was something both men and women did -- as far back as the Stone Age, then through ancient Egypt, Greece and the Roman Empire -- using seashells, beeswax and various other depilatories. Marianna Cerini, CNN, 3 Mar. 2020 Another good option for your arms: depilatory creams. Sam Escobar, Good Housekeeping, 17 July 2018 Olay Smooth Finish Facial Hair Removal Duo, $24.99, comes with a pre-depilatory balm to help prevent irritation. Cristina Mueller, Redbook, 10 Jan. 2011 Another good option for your arms: depilatory creams. Sam Escobar, Good Housekeeping, 17 July 2018 Another hair-removal method many folks know and love: depilatory cream. Sam Escobar, Good Housekeeping, 26 Oct. 2017 Cream depilatories like Nair and Veet can also make the bare skin vulnerable to burning. Niree Noel, Allure, 21 Aug. 2017 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1606, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

depilatory 1 of 2

adjective

de·​pil·​a·​to·​ry di-ˈpil-ə-ˌtōr-ē, -ˌtȯr- How to pronounce depilatory (audio)
: having the power to remove hair

depilatory

2 of 2

noun

: a cosmetic for the temporary removal of undesired hair
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