antiperspirant

noun

an·​ti·​per·​spi·​rant ˌan-tē-ˈpər-sp(ə-)rənt 

ˌan-ˌtī-

: a preparation used to reduce perspiration

Examples of antiperspirant in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Consult with a doctor about the following remedies as options to treat sweating: Using a prescription-strength antiperspirant or deodorant to tell your body to stop producing sweat. —Melina Khan, USA Today, 26 June 2025

Another bonus of correctly swiping antiperspirant at night? —Jenna Ryu, SELF, 26 May 2025

The lightweight gel antiperspirant acts like an underarm antiperspirant to keep you dry, thus helping your makeup stay perfect longer on those sticky, sweaty, 90-degrees-and-rising days. —Kara Nesvig, Allure, 26 May 2025

Aluminum in antiperspirants is not harmful for most people. —Sherri Gordon, Health, 20 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1920, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for antiperspirant

• tyrant

Kids Definition

antiperspirant

noun

an·​ti·​per·​spi·​rant ˌant-i-ˈpər-sp(ə-)rənt 

ˌan-ˌtī-

: a preparation used to stop or reduce perspiration

Medical Definition

antiperspirant

noun

an·​ti·​per·​spi·​rant ˌant-i-ˈpər-sp(ə-)rənt, ˌan-ˌtī- 

: a cosmetic preparation used to check excessive perspiration