lipstick

noun

lip·​stick ˈlip-ˌstik 

: a waxy solid usually colored cosmetic in stick form for the lips

also : a stick of such cosmetic with its case

lipsticked

ˈlip-ˌstik 

adjective

Examples of lipstick in a Sentence

She was wearing bright red lipstick.

I put on some lipstick.

Recent Examples on the Web

The Euphoria star, who stars in The Housemaid alongside Amanda Seyfried, wore her hair in loose waves and completed her look with a shimmery eye and bold red lipstick — also in ode to Monroe’s unforgettable look in the classic film. —Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 16 Dec. 2025

Waterproof and transfer-proof, this weightless formula stays put all day without bleeding or feathering—even under layers of lipstick or gloss. —Lily Wohlner, Allure, 16 Dec. 2025

Best Brown Lipstick Shades Unlike pink and red lipsticks that have been popular for what seems like forever, brown lipsticks took off in the ‘90s as edgy, earthy looks began to replace the bright and bold makeup of decades prior. —Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2025

Below, the best lipsticks for older women that hydrate, smooth, stay put, and look gorgeous all day. —Shalwah Evans, Glamour, 15 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for lipstick

• broomstick
• dipstick
• homesick
• joystick
• nonstick
• pickwick
• picnic
• redbrick
• seasick
• sidekick
• slapstick
• toothpick

Kids Definition

lipstick

noun

lip·​stick -ˌstik 

: a waxy solid colored cosmetic for the lips usually in stick form