antiperspirant

American  

[an-ti-pur-sper-uhnt] / ˌæn tɪˈpɜr spər ənt /

noun

1. an astringent preparation for reducing perspiration, usually containing aluminum or zirconium and used to prevent body odor and clothing stains.

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antiperspirant British  

/ ˌæntɪˈpɜːspərənt /

noun

1. an astringent substance applied to the skin to reduce or prevent perspiration

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adjective

1. reducing or preventing perspiration

Etymology

Origin of antiperspirant

First recorded in 1940–45; anti- + perspire + -ant

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Example Sentences

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antiperspirant

Dove and La Roche-Posay peddle samples of antiperspirant and sunscreen.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 31, 2026

His own routine is pretty basic: cleanse, tone and moisturize along with using the line’s other products including facial scrub, antiperspirant and body washes.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 5, 2026

Many people use the terms deodorant and antiperspirant interchangeably.

From Slate ● Aug. 19, 2023

I am allergic to many antiperspirant and deodorant products.

From Seattle Times ● Oct. 19, 2022

I also got a good tip from Hank—I put antiperspirant on my stump.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen

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