sunscreen

sun·screen

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Definitions of sunscreen word

noun sunscreen a substance formulated to prevent sunburn, skin cancers, and other conditions caused by excessive exposure to the sun, usually by absorbing and reflecting ultraviolet radiation. Compare SPF. 1
noun sunscreen a lotion, cream, etc., containing such a substance. 1
noun sunscreen a latticework or similar construction to shield a patio, atrium, or the like, from direct sunlight. 1
noun sunscreen suntan lotion 1
variable noun sunscreen A sunscreen is a cream that protects your skin from the sun's rays, especially in hot weather. 0
noun sunscreen a cream or lotion applied to exposed skin to protect it from the ultraviolet rays of the sun 0

before 1730

One of the 48% newest English words

First recorded in 1730-40; sun + screen

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% 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".

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