lipstick
n. C / U A2 Elementary US //ˈɫɪpˌstɪk// UK //lˈɪpstɪk// lip·stick
n. a colored cream or stick that you put on your lips to change their color. It usually comes in a small tube that you can carry in your bag.
n. a cosmetic product containing pigments, oils, and waxes, applied to the lips to provide color and protection. Typically housed in a cylindrical applicator.
She applies red lipstick before going out.
She carefully chose a shade of lipstick that matched her dress for the wedding.
The cosmetic industry produces thousands of lipstick shades annually, ranging from subtle nudes to bold, dramatic reds that cater to diverse consumer preferences.
From lip + stick.
Usage
Countable when referring to a specific tube or shade; uncountable when referring to the substance itself.