shampoo

1 of 2

verb

sham·​poo sham-ˈpü How to pronounce shampoo (audio)
shampooed; shampooing; shampoos

transitive verb

1
archaic : massage
2
a
: to wash (something, such as hair) with soap and water or with a special preparation
b
: to wash the hair of
shampooer noun

shampoo

2 of 2

noun

plural shampoos
1
: an act or instance of shampooing
2
: a preparation used in shampooing

Examples of shampoo in a Sentence

Verb She shampoos her hair every morning. We need to shampoo the rug.
Recent Examples on the Web
Verb
The website says to use the hair perfector before shampooing. Essence, 11 Jan. 2024 Using this conditioner is as simple as applying it after shampooing your dog's fur. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 27 Aug. 2023 Nonetheless, this texture helps provide an effective replenishment of moisture after shampooing. Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 13 Feb. 2024 Could going 30 days without shampooing be the secret to healthy hair? Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 15 Nov. 2023 For the first method, apply rice water to your scalp and hair and let sit for 20 minutes before shampooing well and conditioning. Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2023 Rosalynn, the eldest daughter, looked after the younger children, helped with the sewing and earned spending money by shampooing hair in a beauty parlor. Kevin Sullivan, Washington Post, 19 Nov. 2023 If your hair is dry, coarse, and/or textured, however, shampooing that often could dry it out, and double cleansing isn't always advised. Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 11 Oct. 2023 Step 5: Lastly, the hair is shampooed, conditioned, and styled. Annie Blay, Allure, 22 Sep. 2023
Noun
The brand touts a variety of products including shampoo, conditioner, a hair oil, a hair mask and a shaking vessel to apply rinses. Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2024 There’s also a rare deal on this Olaplex hair kit, which includes a shampoo, conditioner, and leave-in treatment designed to strengthen your locks from root to end. Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 3 Feb. 2024 Crime is up to levels that some downtown pharmacies are locking up shampoo, toothpaste, and other toiletries. Chris Morris, Fortune, 30 Jan. 2024 The Hotel: Acqualina The Complimentary Cosmetics Line: ETRO shampoo, conditioner, body foam, bath salts, body lotion and soaps. Miami Staff, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024 That can include shampoos, soaps, moisturizers, and deodorants, as well as household cleaning products. Marci Robin, Allure, 29 Jan. 2024 Haircare - with all the shampoos, conditioners, scalp scrubs and hair oils - is a $13.4-billion industry in the United States alone. Adrienne Gibbs, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024 Once water is applied, the hydrating shampoo is next and this stuff lathers. Jessica Cruel, Allure, 20 Feb. 2024 The shampoo creates a good lather and washes out well. Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 9 Feb. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

Verb

Hindi & Urdu cā̃po, imperative of cā̃pnā to press, massage

First Known Use

Verb

1762, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1838, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of shampoo was in 1762

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Cite this Entry

“Shampoo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shampoo. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

shampoo

1 of 2 verb
sham·​poo sham-ˈpü How to pronounce shampoo (audio)
: to wash (as the hair) with soap and water or with a special preparation
shampooer noun

shampoo

2 of 2 noun
1
: an act or instance of shampooing
2
: a cleaner used in shampooing
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