pomade

noun

po·​made pō-ˈmād  -ˈmäd 

: a perfumed ointment

especially : a fragrant hair dressing

pomade transitive verb

Examples of pomade in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Instead of a pomade stick, Tauber recommends using Oribe Gel Sérum on coils, applying a generous amount around the hairline before smoothing it back with a boar bristle brush. — Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Aug. 2026

Working with the first section, apply a smoothing gel or pomade to create nice neat plaits and secure with a clear rubber band. — Ariana Yaptangco, InStyle, 21 July 2026

Tame flyaways with an edge-control brush or a fine-tooth comb and some styling pomade. — Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 12 June 2026

The pomade works for all hair types, including thick, wavy hair. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 1 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle French pommade ointment formerly made from apples, from Italian pomata, from pomo apple, from Late Latin pomum

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for pomade

• afraid
• allayed
• arcade
• arrayed
• assayed
• barmaid
• betrayed
• blockade
• bridesmaid
• brigade
• brocade
• buffeted

Medical Definition

pomade

noun

po·​made pō-ˈmād  -ˈmäd 

: a perfumed ointment

especially : a fragrant unguent for the hair or scalp