Deodorant
(noun)
- A substance, such as an antiperspirant or a perfume, applied to the body to prevent or mask body odor.
- A substance that eliminates or masks unpleasant odors.
Origin:
From de- ("removal") + odorant ("that which emits an odour"), from latin odorantem, present participle of odōrārī ("to emit an odou.r")
Examples:
- She applied deodorant before leaving the house.
- The deodorant stick was almost empty and needed to be replaced.
- The deodorant spray had a pleasant scent that lasted all day.
- The company's new line of deodorant promises to neutralize odors and keep you fresh.
- The deodorant is made of natural ingredients that are gentle on the skin.