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

Pretreat other areas that are prone to odor, such as the armpits where deodorant and musty smells build up. —Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026

Check the underarm areas for deodorant build-up that can cause yellowing and trap odor. —Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 31 Dec. 2025

Don’t skimp on the little extras, either—deodorant, beauty, and skincare are also a part of the deals. —Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2025

Previous scents have included Confetti Cake, Strawberry Crumb Cake, Lemon Glaze and Nilla Bean Cupcake and each have been available in the same four products (body wash, hand wash, body scrub and deodorant). —Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 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