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lip gloss

American

Or lipgloss

noun

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

lip gloss British

noun

a cosmetic preparation applied to the lips to give a sheen

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Etymology

Origin of lip gloss

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

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Buying in — the right lip gloss, the right sneakers, the right acne medication — was all that was required.

From Salon • Jan. 17, 2026

She can munch on pizza made out of molten lava, or apply snowflakes and cotton candy as lip gloss.

From BBC • Dec. 26, 2025

Hailey Bieber’s Rhode brand had just debuted at Sephora, drawing crowds eager to take selfies and try on lip gloss.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 8, 2025

If this story were a TikTok video, the writer would be applying lip gloss right about … now.

From New York Times • Oct. 24, 2023

My eyeliner isn’t smudged, and my lip gloss is still intact.

From "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sánchez

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