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Definition of Epilator
1. Noun. A cosmetic for temporary removal of undesired hair.
Generic synonyms: Cosmetic
Specialized synonyms: Epilating Wax
Derivative terms: Depilate, Depilatory
Definition of Epilator
1. Noun. An electrical device used for hair removal by mechanically grasping multiple hairs simultaneously and pulling them out. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Epilator
1. an agent for removing hair [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Epilator
Literary usage of Epilator
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. A Manual of the Diseases of the Skin by Alexander Balmanno Squire (1887)
"The head of the patient may be conveniently rested in the lap of the epilator,
or the patient may be seated while the epilator stands behind him. ..."
2. A System of Medicine by John Russell Reynolds (1879)
"The head of the patient may conveniently be rested in the lap <:' the epilator,
or the patient may be seated while the epilator ..."
3. On the parasitic affections of the skin by Thomas M'Call Anderson (1861)
"... especially if the disease is at all extensive and the epilator not very
experienced; but in this time the most obstinate cases should be radically cured ..."
4. The pathology and treatment of diseases of the skin by John Laws Milton (1872)
"The epilator sits for this purpose on a chair and places the patient on a cushion
at his feet, with the head resting on his knees. ..."
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