moisturize

verb

mois·​tur·​ize ˈmȯis-chə-ˌrīz How to pronounce moisturize (audio)
ˈmȯish-
moisturized; moisturizing; moisturizes

transitive verb

: to add moisture to
moisturize the air
a cream that moisturizes the skin

Examples of moisturize in a Sentence

Use this cream to gently moisturize dry skin.
Recent Examples on the Web It’s packed with hydrating ingredients like Shea butter and coconut oil to leave lips moisturized. Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 17 July 2024 The shimmery hues of the moisturizing sticks lend themselves to a fresh, dewy-looking complexion that catches light like a dream. Annie Blackman, Allure, 15 July 2024 Exfoliate two to three times a week, and moisturize after. Kelly Burch Updated, Verywell Health, 11 July 2024 The lip oil will instantly moisturize your lips and give you a gentle hint of color. Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 4 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for moisturize 

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Word History

First Known Use

1945, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of moisturize was in 1945

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“Moisturize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moisturize. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

moisturize

verb
mois·​tur·​ize ˈmȯish-chə-ˌrīz How to pronounce moisturize (audio)
ˈmȯis-
moisturized; moisturizing
: to add moisture to
moisturize the air
moisturizer noun

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