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

The company’s analysis of nearly 300 million items at waste facilities found that 93% of white-colored deodorant bottles were recovered, compared to 60% of dark-colored deodorant containers. —Denise Chow, NBC news, 27 Nov. 2025

This includes their best-selling body wash, shampoo, hand cream, perfume, lip balm, and deodorant. —Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 21 Nov. 2025

Lume, a pioneer in the whole body deodorant category, was sold to Harry’s, now called Mammoth Brands, in 2021. —Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 18 Nov. 2025

This set features Salt & Stone’s subtle, smoky Santal & Vetiver scent in travel-size essentials—body mist, natural deodorant, lotion, and cleanser—all minimal and mini enough to toss in a gym bag or carry-on. —Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 11 Nov. 2025

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