lip gloss

or lipgloss

noun

1. a cosmetic used to give shine, and often a tint, to the lips.

lip gloss

noun

1. a cosmetic preparation applied to the lips to give a sheen

Word History and Origins

Origin of lip gloss¹

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

Zied suggests popping a breath strip, sucking on a strong mint, or reapplying your lip gloss.

From The Daily Beast

The putting-on-lip gloss shot almost never makes sense, but it always, always, works.

From The Daily Beast

Or at least one that features pop tunes, risqué fashions, and lip gloss?

From The Daily Beast

But something beyond the thick spray tans and sticky lip gloss was off this year.

From The Daily Beast

She joked that lip gloss is a "gateway drug" for pre-teens, who are increasingly feeling the need to wear makeup.

From The Daily Beast

They seemed like quick studies, despite their youth and their lip-gloss.

From Project Gutenberg