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
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Even deodorant was a no go, leading us to wonder about the odors at the facility after a long shift.
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Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 10 June 2026
Not Treating Deodorant Stains Immediately Though deodorant might be a little less noticeable than a green grass stain across the knee of a pair of white pants, the yellow or white marks these formulas can leave behind can be just as stubborn.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2026
Building off of the Lume acquisition, Harry's launched Mando deodorants in late 2022, marketing the same concept to men.
—Amelia Lucas,melissa Repko, CNBC, 7 June 2026
The set comes with mini versions of the cult favorite body wash, body lotion and deodorant, all in the brand’s signature eucalyptus scent that makes every shower feel like a spa moment.
—Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
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Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 10 June 2026
Not Treating Deodorant Stains Immediately Though deodorant might be a little less noticeable than a green grass stain across the knee of a pair of white pants, the yellow or white marks these formulas can leave behind can be just as stubborn.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2026
Building off of the Lume acquisition, Harry's launched Mando deodorants in late 2022, marketing the same concept to men.
—Amelia Lucas,melissa Repko, CNBC, 7 June 2026
The set comes with mini versions of the cult favorite body wash, body lotion and deodorant, all in the brand’s signature eucalyptus scent that makes every shower feel like a spa moment.
—Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
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“Deodorant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/deodorant. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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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
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