cleanser

American  

[klen-zer] / ˈklɛn zər /

noun

1. a preparation for cleansing, as a liquid or powder for scouring sinks, bathtubs, etc., or a cream for cleaning the face.

2. a person or thing that cleanses.

3. Chiefly Eastern New England. a dry-cleaning establishment.

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cleanser British  

/ ˈklɛnzə /

noun

1. a cleansing agent, such as a detergent

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Etymology

Origin of cleanser

before 1000; Middle English; Old English clǣnsere; cleanse, -er ¹

Example Sentences

She badly needs a new facial cleanser and most likely braces, but she looks normal enough.

From Literature

By the time you’re invited to nibble the pulp off seeds straight from a tamarind pod, a palate cleanser before dessert, you may have forgotten that the island you’re on is Manhattan.

From The Wall Street Journal

I used the wrong cleanser on the counter, I forgot to take the folded laundry to our room, I loaded the bowls in the wrong spot in the dishwasher…blah-blah-blah.

From Literature

The company just released its hydrating cream cleanser, joining other bestselling products like hand wash, face and body moisturizer, cleansing wipes and face and body oil.

From Los Angeles Times

Aesthetic and dermatology doctor Ross Perry thinks dupes are fine to use for "basic skincare" like moisturisers and cleansers.

From BBC

Related Words

• deodorant
• detergent
• purifier
• soap