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Definition of Lotion
1. Noun. Any of various cosmetic preparations that are applied to the skin.
Generic synonyms: Toilet Articles, Toiletry
2. Noun. Liquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or medicinal action when applied to the skin. "A lotion for dry skin"
Specialized synonyms: Black Lotion, Blackwash, Calamine Lotion, Collyrium, Eye-lotion, Eyewash, Embrocation, Liniment, Menthol, Rubbing Alcohol, Witch Hazel, Wych Hazel
Generic synonyms: Curative, Cure, Remedy, Therapeutic
Derivative terms: Apply
Definition of Lotion
1. n. A washing, especially of the skin for the purpose of rendering it fair.
Definition of Lotion
1. Noun. A low- to medium-viscosity topical preparation intended for application to unbroken skin. ¹
2. Noun. (archaic) A washing, especially of the skin for the purpose of beautification. ¹
3. Verb. (transitive) To cover or treat with a lotion. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Lotion
1. a liquid preparation for external application [n -S]
Medical Definition of Lotion
1. 1. A washing, especially of the skin for the purpose of rendering it fair. 2. A liquid preparation for bathing the skin, or an injured or diseased part, either for a medicinal purpose, or for improving its appearance. Origin: L. Lotio, fr. Lavare, lotum, to wash: cf. F. Lotion. See Lave to wash. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
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