deodorant
noun
de·odor·ant
dē-ˈō-də-rənt 
: a preparation that destroys or masks unpleasant odors
deodorant
adjective
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Use a lazy Susan on the bathroom countertop to corral deodorant, sunscreen, and mouthwash.
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Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 May 2025
Aluminum works to plug up sweat, but some people prefer natural deodorant to avoid the preservatives used in antiperspirants.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2025
Both scents are available in body sprays and aluminum-free deodorant sticks, joining AXE’s existing lineup of fan favorites like Blue Lavender and Black Vanilla.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
But having to use clinical strength deodorant and SPF 70 sunscreen for six months out of the year seems excessive.
—Sherry Kuehl, Kansas City Star, 19 Mar. 2025
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Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 May 2025
Aluminum works to plug up sweat, but some people prefer natural deodorant to avoid the preservatives used in antiperspirants.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2025
Both scents are available in body sprays and aluminum-free deodorant sticks, joining AXE’s existing lineup of fan favorites like Blue Lavender and Black Vanilla.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
But having to use clinical strength deodorant and SPF 70 sunscreen for six months out of the year seems excessive.
—Sherry Kuehl, Kansas City Star, 19 Mar. 2025
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“Deodorant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/deodorant. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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deodorant
noun
de·odor·ant
dē-ˈōd-ə-rənt
: a preparation that destroys or masks unpleasant odors
deodorant
adjective
Medical Definition
deodorant
1 of 2 adjective
de·odor·ant
dē-ˈōd-ə-rənt
: 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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