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cosmetic
[ koz-met-ik ]
noun
- a powder, lotion, lipstick, rouge, or other preparation for beautifying the face, skin, hair, nails, etc.
- cosmetics, superficial measures to make something appear better, more attractive, or more impressive:
The budget committee opted for cosmetics instead of a serious urban renewal plan.
adjective
- serving to beautify; imparting or improving beauty, especially of the face.
- used or done superficially to make something look better, more attractive, or more impressive:
Alterations in the concert hall were only cosmetic and did nothing to improve the acoustics.
cosmetic
/ ɒˈɛɪ /
noun
- any preparation applied to the body, esp the face, with the intention of beautifying it
adjective
- serving or designed to beautify the body, esp the face
- having no other function than to beautify
cosmetic illustrations in a book
- derogatory.designed to cover up a greater flaw or deficiency; superficial
their resignation is a cosmetic exercise
Derived Forms
- DzˌپˈDZDz, noun
- Dzˈپ, adverb
Other 51Թ Forms
- Dz·i·· adverb
- t·Dz·i adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of cosmetic1
Example Sentences
Originally introduced in Europe, this 20-minute cosmetic procedure involves using a laser to create a channel in the cornea, where colored pigment is deposited to change the color of the eye.
A video accompanying a podcast shows a gift basket for US cosmetics entrepreneur Jamie Kern Lima, which includes a card saying: "With the Compliments of HRH The Duchess of Sussex."
Every year, 20 million Chinese people pay for cosmetic procedures.
Many are minor cosmetic issues, but he says he has also uncovered serious failings such as errors in "fire-stopping" - special measures to stop the spread of fire between different parts of a building.
The ASA says because of the risks involved, cosmetic surgery should be portrayed as a decision that needs time and thought, rather than urgency to book quickly and grab a deal.
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