lip gloss
noun
plural lip glosses
: a viscous usually tinted cosmetic preparation used for adding shine and usually color to the lips : gloss entry 1 sense 3
… the minimalist look of a little mascara, glowing cheeks and lip gloss …—
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This gives the hearts a bit of that lip gloss haze.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 31 Jan. 2026
Flattering jeans, hydrating lip glosses, and dazzling jewelry pieces are just some of the finds sitting in my cart right now, all for under $50.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Martha finishes the look with Lancôme eyeshadow and eyeliner and a dab of lip gloss.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 21 Jan. 2026
The formula is loaded with nourishing cherry extract and shea butter, so your lips stay hydrated without the sticky weight of a lip gloss.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 14 Jan. 2026
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Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 31 Jan. 2026
Flattering jeans, hydrating lip glosses, and dazzling jewelry pieces are just some of the finds sitting in my cart right now, all for under $50.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Martha finishes the look with Lancôme eyeshadow and eyeliner and a dab of lip gloss.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 21 Jan. 2026
The formula is loaded with nourishing cherry extract and shea butter, so your lips stay hydrated without the sticky weight of a lip gloss.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 14 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for lip gloss
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“Lip gloss.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lip%20gloss. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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