unscented

adjective

un·​scent·​ed ˌən-ˈsen-təd How to pronounce unscented (audio)
: having no scent : not scented
an unscented deodorant
unscented dish soap

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Simply unzip the cover and pop it into the washing machine with unscented laundry detergent. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Apr. 2025 Special instructions: Vacuum the bed before laundering to remove hair and dander; use unscented detergent and the hottest water the bed can tolerate. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2025 Maker points out that a long bottle brush can scrub bottles clean when used with unscented dish soap. Matt Fuchs, Time, 21 Apr. 2025 Cleaning the genital area with warm water and a mild, unscented soap and gently drying it with a soft towel is up on Dr. Gaither's list of best hygiene practices. Michelle Lee, People.com, 29 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unscented

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1775, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unscented was circa 1775

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“Unscented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unscented. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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