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lo·tion \ˈlōshən\ noun (-s) Etymology: Latin lotion-, lotio, from lautus, lotus (past participle of lavere to wash) + -ion-, -io -ion — more at lye 1. : the act of washing : ablution 2. : a liquid usually aqueous medicinal preparation containing one or more insoluble substances and applied externally for skin disorders 3. : a liquid cosmetic preparation usually containing alcohol and a cleansing, softening, or astringent agent and applied to the skin especially of the face and hands < hand lotion > < after-shave lotion > |