cosmetic

/kɒzˈmɛtɪk//kɑzˈmɛtɪk/

noun

  1. 1

    Any substances applied to enhance the external color or texture of the skin, e.g. lipstick, eyeshadow, eyeliner; makeup.

  2. 2

    A feature existing only on the surface.

adjective

  1. 1

    Imparting or improving beauty, particularly the beauty of the complexion.

    a cosmetic preparation
  2. 2

    External or superficial; pertaining only to the surface or appearance of something.

    Fortunately, the damage to the house was mostly cosmetic and a bit of paint covered it nicely.

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