lotion

noun

Meaning

A liquid or semi-liquid preparation applied to the skin for medicinal, cosmetic, or protective purposes.

Examples

He rubbed a generous amount of moisturizing lotion into his hands to combat the winter dryness.
The pharmacist recommended a medicated lotion to help relieve the itching from the rash.

Synonyms: cream, moisturizer, ointment, emollient

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lotion

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈloʊʃən/

Definition

A liquid or semi-liquid preparation applied to the skin for medicinal, cosmetic, or protective purposes.

Examples

He rubbed a generous amount of moisturizing lotion into his hands to combat the winter dryness.
The pharmacist recommended a medicated lotion to help relieve the itching from the rash.
She keeps a bottle of scented body lotion on her nightstand to use before going to sleep.

Synonyms of lotion

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