lip gloss

noun

plural lip glosses

: a viscous usually tinted cosmetic preparation used for adding shine and usually color to the lips : gloss entry 1 sense 3

… the minimalist look of a little mascara, glowing cheeks and lip gloss …

—Stella Margaritis

Examples of lip gloss in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Whether that means keeping your favorite lip gloss on-hand for a touch-up in the car or stashing your favorite jeans into your carry-on for back-up, choose a travel capsule wardrobe that covers every possible activity. — Minty Mellon, Vogue, 13 July 2026

This sleek black pouch and this fun summery design are both perfect for stashing your phone, hotel key, cards, and lip gloss. — Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026

Just throw on a lip gloss and add a statement bag to round it all out. — Abby Morgan Lebet, Glamour, 6 July 2026

Her makeup, consisting of white eyeshadow, rosy blush, and a coat of clear lip gloss, echoed the ethereal theme. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 6 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for lip gloss

• across
• backcross
• crisscross
• lacrosse
• recross
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