First Known Use: 14th century
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lotion
noun lo·tion \ˈlō-shən\
: a liquid that is rubbed onto your skin or hair
Full Definition of LOTION
: a liquid preparation for cosmetic or external medicinal use
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Origin of LOTION
Middle English loscion, from Latin lotion-, lotio act of washing, from lavere to wash — more at lye
LOTION Defined for Kids
lotion
noun lo·tion \ˈlō-shən\
Definition of LOTION for Kids
: a creamy liquid preparation used on the skin especially for healing or as a cosmetic
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lotion
noun lo·tion \ˈlō-shən\
Medical Definition of LOTION
1
: a liquid usually aqueous medicinal preparation containing one or more insoluble substances and applied externally for skin disorders
2
: a liquid cosmetic preparation usually containing a cleansing, softening, or astringent agent and applied to the skin <hand lotion> <aftershave lotion>
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