bronzer

American

[bron-zer] / ˈbrɒn zər /

noun

a cosmetic ointment used to give the skin a tanned look.

bronzer British

/ ˈbronzə /

noun

a cosmetic applied to the skin to simulate a sun tan

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Etymology

Origin of bronzer

bronze (v.) + -er ¹

Example Sentences

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No wonder that on day one of this trial it looked like no amount of Diet Coke and bronzer could conceal his fatigue.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2024

“It’s a scary thing to have to think about,” Electronika said, dusting on bronzer, “and it’s a scary thing that will weigh heavy on me.”

From Washington Post • Dec. 3, 2022

For example, Glossier’s Solar Paint, described as an “almost whipped gel crème,” is a textured bronzer meant for applying with the fingertips.

From New York Times • Jan. 13, 2022

She added: "That’s the most prosthetics I’ve worn. Even the bronzer and the foundation are so much darker, the lashes are thicker. The makeup gets heavier as she gets older."

From Fox News • Aug. 25, 2021

I dab a little mineral bronzer on my cheeks and run a reddish-brown gloss over my lips.

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed

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