lipstick
- 01 A2 Elementary
n.a coloured substance that you put on your lips to change their colour.
n.a cosmetic substance, often wax-based, used to colour or protect the lips.
Simple“She chose a bright red lipstick to match her dress for the party.”
In context“The 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.
Synonymslip colourlip balm - 02 A2 Elementary
n.a small, stick-shaped container of lip makeup.
n.a single stick or cylindrical applicator of lip cosmetic.
Simple“I have three different lipsticks in my bag right now.”
In context“She 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.
Synonyms - 03 C1 Advanced
n.a slang term for a lesbian who has a traditionally feminine style.
n.a slang term for a lesbian who exhibits a feminine aesthetic, such as wearing makeup and dresses.
Simple“She described herself as a lipstick lesbian because she loves fashion and makeup.”
In context“The 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.
- 04 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.to put lipstick on yourself or someone else.
v.to apply lip cosmetic to a surface, typically the lips.
Simple“She carefully lipsticked her mouth in front of the mirror.”
In context“The actress sat patiently in the dressing room while the stylist lipsticked her for the final scene of the play.”
UsageTakes a direct object.
Synonyms
From lip + stick.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.