baby oil

noun

: a usually fragrant mineral oil that is used especially to moisturize and cleanse the skin
also : any of various oils used similarly

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Law enforcement witnesses have testified about copious quantities of baby oil, Astroglide and drugs recovered from Combs’ lavish properties and hotel rooms, in addition to defaced semiautomatic weapons and ammunition. Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 23 June 2025 That included bringing baby oil, lubricant, condoms, candles, liquor, and arranging room service for extra towels, sheets, and water. Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 20 June 2025 Prosecutors have said that baby oil and Astroglide were key components of these encounters. Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 13 June 2025 Binda said investigators found $9,000 in cash, substances that tested positive for MDMA and ketamine, lubricant and baby oil. Jenna Sundel, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for baby oil

Word History

First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of baby oil was in 1950

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“Baby oil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/baby%20oil. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

baby oil

noun
: a usually pleasant-smelling oil used especially to add moisture to and clean the skin

Medical Definition

baby oil

noun
: a usually fragrant mineral oil that is used especially to moisturize and cleanse the skin
also : any of various oils used similarly
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