moisturize

American

[mois-chuh-rahyz] / ˈmɔɪs tʃəˌraɪz /

especially British, moisturise

verb (used with object)

moisturized, moisturizing

to add or restore moisture to (something).

to moisturize one's skin with lotion; to moisturize air.

verb (used without object)

moisturized, moisturizing

to make something moist; counteract a dry condition with moisture.

a skin cream that moisturizes while you sleep.

moisturize British

/ ˈmɔɪstʃəˌraɪz /

verb

(tr) to add or restore moisture to (the air, the skin, etc)

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Other Word Forms

demoisturize verb (used with object)

Etymology

Origin of moisturize

First recorded in 1940–45; moisture + -ize

Example Sentences

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Since men are expected to be moisturizing more anyway, the NBA — the league with the skimpiest uniforms of any major sports league in America — should be in the skin game.

From Los Angeles Times

It includes a face steam, extractions and face massage along with a brief neck and shoulder massage while a moisturizing mask is being applied.

From Los Angeles Times

The balm also kept my lips moisturized and prevented any chafing where my legs rub together.

From Los Angeles Times

The moisturizing effects of seaweed are also prized by the beauty industry as today's consumers place greater value on natural – and environmentally friendly – skincare ingredients.

From Salon

With my skin moisturized, and my qi unblocked, my skin glowed.

From Los Angeles Times

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