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antiperspirant Definition


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antiperspirant
noun
    1. A preparation in aerosol, roll-on or stick form applied to the skin, especially under the armpits, in order to reduce perspiration and so minimize smells and clothing stains.
adj
    1. Counteracting perspiration.
      Example: antiperspirant spray
Etymology: 1940s: anti- 4 + perspire + -ant 2.



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