lotion
- 01 A2 Elementary
n.a smooth liquid you put on your skin to keep it healthy or soft.
n.a low- to medium-viscosity topical preparation intended for application to the skin for cosmetic or medicinal purposes.
Simple“You should apply some suntan lotion before you go out to the beach.”
In context“The dermatologist recommended a fragrance-free lotion to soothe the patient's dry skin during the winter months.”
UsageUsually uncountable when referring to the substance, but countable when referring to a specific type or bottle.
Synonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
v.to rub a liquid or cream onto someone's skin.
v.to treat or cover a surface, typically the skin, with a medicinal or cosmetic lotion.
Simple“She carefully lotioned her arms after spending all day in the sun.”
In context“The nurse lotioned the patient's bedsores to prevent further irritation and promote healing of the tissue.”
UsageThis verb is transitive and requires a direct object, usually a body part or a person.
Synonymsmoisturizeanoint
From Middle English locion, borrowed from Latin lōtiō, lōtiōnem (“a washing”), from lavō (“to wash”); see lave. Doublet of lavation.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.