depilatory
depilatory · depilatories
A preparation that removes hair from the bodyA preparation that removes hair from the body.
UK/dɪˈpɪlətəɹi/US/dəˈpɪləˌtɔɹi/
» The depilatory cream doesn't reach the hair root.
Meaning
1 sensesA preparation that removes hair from the body.
More definitions
- a cosmetic for temporary removal of undesired hair
- a chemical (usually a sulfide) used to remove hair or wool or bristles from hides
Examples
2 sentencesThe depilatory cream doesn't reach the hair root.
In the United States, thallium has been restricted from use in rodenticides and depilatory cosmetics.
Translations
2 languagesOrigin
From French dépilatoire.From French dépilatoire.
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Forms
plural: depilatories| Singular | depilatory |
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