lipstick
n. · v.-
1 makeup product (n.) A2 Elementarya coloured substance that you put on your lips to change their colour.
a cosmetic substance, often wax-based, used to colour or protect the lips.
ExampleShe chose a bright red lipstick to match her dress for the party.
ExampleThe makeup artist applied a matte lipstick to the model's lips to ensure the colour remained consistent throughout the long photo shoot.
UsageUncountable when referring to the substance itself.
- lip colour
- lip balm
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2 a tube of makeup (n.) A2 Elementarya small, stick-shaped container of lip makeup.
a single stick or cylindrical applicator of lip cosmetic.
ExampleI have three different lipsticks in my bag right now.
ExampleShe purchased several expensive lipsticks from the duty-free shop, intending to give them as gifts to her colleagues.
UsageCountable when referring to the physical object.
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3 lipstick lesbian (n.) C1 Advanced Slang Informala slang term for a lesbian who has a traditionally feminine style.
a slang term for a lesbian who exhibits a feminine aesthetic, such as wearing makeup and dresses.
ExampleShe described herself as a lipstick lesbian because she loves fashion and makeup.
ExampleThe documentary explored the diverse subcultures within the LGBTQ+ community, including the specific social visibility of lipstick lesbians in the 1990s.
UsageOften used as a modifier before another noun.
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4 to apply makeup (v.) B2 Upper Intermediateto put lipstick on yourself or someone else.
to apply lip cosmetic to a surface, typically the lips.
ExampleShe carefully lipsticked her mouth in front of the mirror.
ExampleThe actress sat patiently in the dressing room while the stylist lipsticked her for the final scene of the play.
UsageTakes a direct object.
From lip + stick.