Meaning of Cosmetic | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Any substances applied to enhance the external color or texture of the skin, e.g. lipstick, eyeshadow, eyeliner.
2. A feature existing only on the surface.
3. An intangible influence that improves the overall perception of some thing or situation.

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Examples

“These endocrine disruptors are everywhere: plastics, shampoos, cosmetics, cushions, pesticides, canned foods and A.T.M. receipts. They often aren’t on labels and can be difficult to avoid.”

“All depends upon circumstances—anger as much as any thing else. Interest is your only true cosmetic for smoothing the brow.”

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