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

Two years later, Paul also launched his own men’s personal care brand, W, with products ranging from deodorant to haircare — Walmart serves as the brand’s retail partner. —Yasmeen Hamadeh, PEOPLE, 19 Dec. 2025

But while everyone else in his onscreen family is always dressed in their southern best, it is often remarked that Cooper — who is frequently toiling at the oil fields — smells bad or needs a shower and deodorant. —William Earl, Variety, 14 Dec. 2025

Use it to store daily essentials like toothpaste, face wash, and deodorant. —Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Dec. 2025

The deodorants will be available exclusively to in-store and online Target shoppers for $14 each. —Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 5 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