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cosmetic - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'cosmetic' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Cosmetic [ a.]
- Alt. of Cosmetical
2 . Cosmetic [ n.]
- Any external application intended to beautify and improve the complexion.

Meaning of 'cosmetic' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . cosmetic [ s]
Meaning (1):
- serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose
Example in sentence:
  • cosmetic fenders on cars;
  • the buildings were utilitarian rather than decorative
Meaning (2):
- serving an aesthetic purpose in beautifying the body
Example in sentence:
  • cosmetic surgery;
  • enhansive makeup

Nearby Words:

coscinomancy coscoroba cosecant cosen cosenage cosening cosentient cosey cosher cosherer

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