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lotion

lo·tion
L l

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [loh-shuh n]
    • /ˈloʊ ʃən/
    • /ˈləʊ.ʃən/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [loh-shuh n]
    • /ˈloʊ ʃən/

Definitions of lotion word

  • noun lotion Pharmacology. a liquid, usually aqueous or sometimes alcoholic preparation containing insoluble material in the form of a suspension or emulsion, intended for external application without rubbing, in such skin conditions as itching, infection, allergy, pain, or the like. 1
  • noun lotion a liquid cosmetic, usually containing agents for soothing or softening the skin, especially that of the face or hands. 1
  • noun lotion A thick, smooth liquid preparation designed to be applied to the skin for medicinal or cosmetic purposes. 1
  • noun lotion skin cream 1
  • noun lotion suntan lotion 1
  • variable noun lotion A lotion is a liquid that you use to clean, improve, or protect your skin or hair. 0

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Origin of lotion

First appearance:

before 1350
One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; Middle English locion < Latin lōtiōn- (stem of lōtiō) a washing. See lotic, -ion

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Parts of speech for Lotion

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

lotion popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 90% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

lotion usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for lotion

noun lotion

  • balm — Balm is a sweet-smelling oil that is obtained from some tropical trees and used to make creams that heal wounds or reduce pain.
  • ointment — a soft, unctuous preparation, often medicated, for application to the skin; unguent.
  • cosmetic — Cosmetics are substances such as lipstick or powder, which people put on their face to make themselves look more attractive.
  • salve — a medicinal ointment for healing or relieving wounds and sores.
  • cream — Cream is a thick yellowish-white liquid taken from milk. You can use it in cooking or put it on fruit or desserts.

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