deodorant

noun

de·​odor·​ant dē-ˈō-də-rənt 

: a preparation that destroys or masks unpleasant odors

specifically : a substance applied to the armpits to prevent or mask odors

deodorant adjective

Examples of deodorant in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Getting his routine right has been beneficial to his romantic life, especially since his everyday Dove deodorant — the Midnight scent from the Mood-Boosting Collection — is his favorite for date night. —Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026

Hygiene supplies, including soap, toothpaste, deodorant, and feminine products, are also in high demand. —Cheyenne Derksen, Oklahoman, 27 Jan. 2026

The Rancho Santa Fe Library is the drop-off location for socks, undergarments, clothes, tissues, lotion, sunscreen deodorant, dental hygiene, women’s hygiene, and other necessities. —Sarah Z. Sleeper, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Jan. 2026

Many common options for shampoo, conditioner, mousse, body wash, deodorant, lotion, laundry detergent and dryer sheets contain fragrance mixes composed of several chemicals, with the sole purpose of providing a pleasant aroma to consumer products. —Katelyn Richard, The Conversation, 9 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1869, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for deodorant

• odorant

Kids Definition

deodorant

noun

de·​odor·​ant dē-ˈōd-ə-rənt 

: a preparation that destroys or masks unpleasant odors

deodorant adjective

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