deodorant
noun
an agent for destroying odors.
deodorants
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pluralof deodorant.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Its Nivea brand has been undertaking a recalibration to more evenly distribute investment across body care and deodorants, instead of focusing mostly on facial products.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 3, 2026
For Tracey Baubie, the president and chief executive officer of Comprehensive Research Group, which tests consumer products such as deodorants and diapers for manufacturers, part-time mothers are a key part of her team.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 5, 2024
Generally, people use deodorants on their armpits, but perhaps there is a way to get rid of the bacteria.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 23, 2024
Many natural deodorants claim not to contain ingredients like aluminum, phthalates, and parabens.
From National Geographic ● Sep. 6, 2023
We explode clouds of aerosol, mixed for good luck with deodorants, into our noses, mouths, underarms, privileged crannies—even into the intimate insides of our telephones.
From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas
