deodorant

noun

de·​odor·​ant dē-ˈō-də-rənt How to pronounce deodorant (audio)
: a preparation that destroys or masks unpleasant odors
specifically : a substance applied to the armpits to prevent or mask odors
deodorant adjective

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The deodorant also gives dry, irritated pits some extra love, with barrier-supporting sunflower seed oil that helps soften and moisturize skin. — Madison San Miguel, Allure, 23 Oct. 2026 Grab the body wash starting at $6, and keep scrolling to shop more popular products from Secret below, including best-selling deodorant and antiperspirant. — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2026 Finding a clean deodorant that actually does its job can feel like an impossible task. — Elleanna Revell, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Oct. 2026 Customers can find reusable cotton rounds, refillable deodorant, solid shampoo and conditioner, plastic-free dishwasher tablets and other alternatives to common disposable products. — Beret Leone, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for deodorant

Word History

First Known Use

1869, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of deodorant was in 1869

Rhymes for deodorant

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“Deodorant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/deodorant. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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deodorant

noun
de·​odor·​ant dē-ˈōd-ə-rənt How to pronounce deodorant (audio)
: a preparation that destroys or masks unpleasant odors
deodorant adjective

Medical Definition

deodorant

1 of 2 adjective
de·​odor·​ant dē-ˈōd-ə-rənt How to pronounce deodorant (audio)
: destroying or masking offensive odors

deodorant

2 of 2 noun
: any of various preparations or solutions (as a soap or disinfectant) that destroy or mask unpleasant odors
especially : a cosmetic that neutralizes perspiration odors
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