deodorant

noun

de·​odor·​ant dē-ˈō-də-rənt 

: a preparation that destroys or masks unpleasant odors

specifically : a substance applied to the armpits to prevent or mask odors

deodorant adjective

Examples of deodorant in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Together, the four brands mark the first time refillable deodorant has had simultaneous entries at both mass-market and boutique price points. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Sep. 2026

How refillable deodorant works A refillable stick separates the case from the product. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2026

As shoppers push back against single-use plastic and household beauty budgets tighten, refillable deodorant has moved from niche eco-brand curiosity to a category that mainstream giants are chasing. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 16 Sep. 2026

My usual deodorant has stopped working, and my sweat suddenly smells different or much stronger than before. — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 1 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1869, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for deodorant

• odorant

Kids Definition

deodorant

noun

de·​odor·​ant dē-ˈōd-ə-rənt 

: a preparation that destroys or masks unpleasant odors

deodorant adjective

Medical Definition

deodorant

1 of 2 adjective

de·​odor·​ant dē-ˈōd-ə-rənt 

: destroying or masking offensive odors

deodorant

2 of 2 noun

: any of various preparations or solutions (as a soap or disinfectant) that destroy or mask unpleasant odors

especially : a cosmetic that neutralizes perspiration odors