conditioner

noun

con·​di·​tion·​er kən-ˈdi-sh(ə-)nər How to pronounce conditioner (audio)
: something that conditions
specifically : a preparation used to improve the condition of hair

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This drugstore shampoo and conditioner duo leaves hair silky, manageable, and full — a perfect foundation for bouncy, brushable volume. Footwear News, 8 Aug. 2025 Combined with other hair-growth products like scalp serums and vitamins, the right shampoo (and conditioner for hair loss) can support your scalp health and help improve the overall look and feel of your strands. Malia Griggs, Glamour, 8 Aug. 2025 Tackle stains on your leather furniture with cleaners and conditioners that are specialized for cleaning, hydrating, and protecting those items. Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2025 With proper maintenance, most air conditioners can last for years. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 30 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for conditioner

Word History

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of conditioner was in 1888

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“Conditioner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/conditioner. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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conditioner

noun
con·​di·​tion·​er kən-ˈdish-(ə-)nər How to pronounce conditioner (audio)
: something that conditions
especially : a preparation used to improve the condition of hair

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