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Cosmetic
/kɒzˈmɛtɪk/
Any substances applied to enhance the external color or texture of the skin, e.g. lipstick, eyeshadow, eyeliner; makeup.
📖 Definitions of "Cosmetic"
noun
- 1
Any substances applied to enhance the external color or texture of the skin, e.g. lipstick, eyeshadow, eyeliner; makeup.
- 2
A feature existing only on the surface.
adjective
- 1
Imparting or improving beauty, particularly the beauty of the complexion.
"a cosmetic preparation"
- 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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