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

My usual deodorant has stopped working, and my sweat suddenly smells different or much stronger than before. — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 1 Sep. 2026

Antiperspirant reduces the amount of sweat produced in the first place, while deodorant can help control odor. — Rachel Hale, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026

Panelist Tyrus agreed and urged men to use unscented deodorant. — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2026

The chemicals provide flexibility and lubrication in a wide variety of products, including children’s toys, food storage containers, shower curtains, deodorants, hair gels and body lotions. — Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 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