lipstick

noun

lip·​stick ˈlip-ˌstik 

: a waxy solid usually colored cosmetic in stick form for the lips

also : a stick of such cosmetic with its case

lipsticked

ˈlip-ˌstik 

adjective

Examples of lipstick in a Sentence

She was wearing bright red lipstick.

I put on some lipstick.

Recent Examples on the Web

In a close-up shot, Jenner showed a pair of classic gold hoop earrings, a subtle brown smoky eyeshadow, and a rose lipstick. —Lara Walsh, InStyle, 7 Jan. 2026

The simplicity of a compact shoulder bag is invaluable for date nights, running errands, or getting drinks with friends — especially if that purse is spacious enough for a phone, wallet, lipstick, and other small necessities. —Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026

This can come courtesy of another lip liner, a lipstick, or even a cream blush. —Hannah Coates, Vogue, 1 Jan. 2026

However, now more natural-finish lipsticks are coming back as a softer, flattering alternative. —Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 1 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for lipstick

• broomstick
• dipstick
• homesick
• joystick
• nonstick
• pickwick
• picnic
• redbrick
• seasick
• sidekick
• slapstick
• toothpick

Kids Definition

lipstick

noun

lip·​stick -ˌstik 

: a waxy solid colored cosmetic for the lips usually in stick form