Definition of cosmetic
1 : of, relating to, or making for beauty especially of the complexion : beautifying cosmetic salves
2 : done or made for the sake of appearance: such asa : correcting defects especially of the face cosmetic surgeryb : decorative, ornamentalc : not substantive : superficial cosmetic changes
3 : visually appealing
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Examples of cosmetic in a Sentence
Almond oil is sometimes used in cosmetic products.
medical procedures that are done for cosmetic purposes
The changes were purely cosmetic.
Origin and Etymology of cosmetic
Greek kosmētikos skilled in adornment, from kosmein to arrange, adorn, from kosmos order
First Known Use: 1638
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Definition of cosmetic
: something that is cosmetic: such asa : a cosmetic preparation for external useb cosmetics plural : superficial features a poem without rhetorical cosmetics — Guy Davenport
Examples of cosmetic in a Sentence
Use a cosmetic to hide the scar.
1650
First Known Use of cosmetic
1650
COSMETIC Defined for English Language Learners
cosmetic
playDefinition of cosmetic for English Language Learners
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: used or done in order to improve a person's appearance
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: done in order to make something look better
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: not important or meaningful
cosmetic
Definition of cosmetic for English Language Learners
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: a substance (such as a cream, lotion, or powder) that you put on your face or body to improve your appearance
COSMETIC Defined for Kids
cosmetic
playDefinition of cosmetic for Students
: a material (as a cream, lotion, or powder) used to improve a person's appearance
Medical Dictionary
Medical Definition of cosmetic
: a cosmetic preparation for external use
cosmetic
Medical Definition of cosmetic
1: of, relating to, or making for beauty especially of the complexion cosmetic salves
2: correcting defects especially of the face cosmetic surgery
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