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

Edebiri’s dangling earrings also provided a welcome pop of color, with their wine-hue complementing her berry lipstick. — Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2026

The buzziest fall 2026 makeup trends include everything from berry tints to bold lipstick worn against an otherwise minimal face—proof that a great lip can be the whole look. — Catharine Malzahn, Allure, 12 Oct. 2026

This included a soft pink, nearly neutral shade of lipstick with a tint similar to hues found throughout her dress. — Erin Wisti, Footwear News, 11 Oct. 2026

During the day, the balm layers easily over or under lipstick. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2026

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