Definition of depilatory
depilatories
: an agent for removing hair, wool, or bristles
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First Known Use of depilatory
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DEPILATORY Defined for English Language Learners
depilatory
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Definition of depilatory for English Language Learners
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: a substance that removes body hair you do not want
Medical Dictionary
adjective
de·pil·a·to·ry
\di-ˈpil-ə-ˌtōr-ē, -ˌtȯr-\
Medical Definition of depilatory
: having the power to remove hair
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depilatory
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de·pil·a·to·ry
Medical Definition of depilatory
: a cosmetic for the temporary removal of undesired hair
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