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BNC: 9867 COCA: 8341

cosmetic

1 cosmetic /kɑzˈmɛtɪk/ noun
plural cosmetics
1 cosmetic
/kɑzˈmɛtɪk/
noun
plural cosmetics
Learner's definition of COSMETIC
[count]
: a substance (such as a cream, lotion, or powder) that you put on your face or body to improve your appearance化妆品;美容品
usually plural通常用复数
2 cosmetic /kɑzˈmɛtɪk/ adjective
2 cosmetic
/kɑzˈmɛtɪk/
adjective
Learner's definition of COSMETIC
always used before a noun : used or done in order to improve a person's appearance美容的;整容的
: done in order to make something look better装饰性的;装点门面的
[more cosmetic; most cosmetic] : not important or meaningful不重要的;没意义的
BNC: 9867 COCA: 8341

cosmetic

1 of 2

adjective

cos·​met·​ic käz-ˈme-tik How to pronounce cosmetic (audio)
1
: of, relating to, or making for beauty especially of the complexion : beautifying
cosmetic salves
2
: done or made for the sake of appearance: such as
a
: correcting defects especially of the face
cosmetic surgery
c
: not substantive : superficial
cosmetic changes
3
: visually appealing
cosmetically adverb

cosmetic

2 of 2

noun

: something that is cosmetic: such as
a
: a cosmetic preparation for external use
b
cosmetics plural : superficial features
a poem without rhetorical cosmetics Guy Davenport

Example Sentences

Adjective Almond oil is sometimes used in cosmetic products. medical procedures that are done for cosmetic purposes The changes were purely cosmetic. Noun Use a cosmetic to hide the scar.
Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
In Japan, eyelid surgery made up 65% of total cosmetic procedures, compared to just 6% in the US. Sarah Todd, Quartz, 24 Aug. 2022 O’Hagan makes the point that rich people have more resources to manage their health: gym memberships, expensive food, cosmetic treatments, possibly surgery. Diyora Shadijanova, refinery29.com, 25 May 2022 Ourself really delivers on its promise to be a DIY substitute for professional cosmetic treatments. Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 24 Feb. 2022 In 2020, the Aesthetic Society ranked nonsurgical fat reduction, which includes CoolSculpting, among the most popular noninvasive cosmetic treatments in the United States, with some 140,314 procedures performed — up from 129,686 in 2019. Washington Post, 17 Feb. 2022 And that's making already complex cosmetic treatments more complicated for everyone involved, increasing the likelihood of disappointing results. Maura Lynch, Allure, 25 Jan. 2022 This year, cosmetic treatments will have much the same, um, treatment. Elle Turner, Glamour, 11 Jan. 2022 Schumer has shared her stance on the thriving industry of cosmetic treatments in the past, offering a diplomatic approach. Glenn Garner, PEOPLE.com, 26 Dec. 2021 The United States consistently ranks first worldwide in numbers of non-invasive procedures and overall spending on elective cosmetic treatments. Stephan Rabimov, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2021
Noun
Among minimally invasive cosmetic procedures, the top five were Botox, soft tissue fillers, noninvasive fat reduction (such as CoolSculpting), nonsurgical skin tightening, and other skin care treatments. Sarah Todd, Quartz, 24 Aug. 2022 These kinds of games, which usually cost nothing to download and play but offer options for players to spend money on things like extra characters, new levels, and cosmetic upgrades, are nothing new. Daniel Varghese, WSJ, 1 Apr. 2022 The spa headlines cosmetic surgeon Yannis Alexandrides’ 111Skin treatments. Laura Manske, Forbes, 2 Sep. 2021 This number can fluctuate depending on number of days per week worked, number of patients seen, types of cases completed (medical versus cosmetic versus surgical), practice location, and more. Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 18 Aug. 2022 The Android app is free, and other versions of the game are quite low cost; but all players can pay for in-game currency that can be used to buy themed cosmetic packs for the seasons, holidays, and other special events. Caroline Delbert, Popular Mechanics, 5 Aug. 2022 However, Fonda is aware that her wealth has afforded her health and cosmetic luxuries that others may not have access to. Christi Carras, Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 2022 Although it’s often seen as cosmetic, consulting a dermatologist for conditions like psoriasis or acne is considered a medical need and may be covered by insurance. Brooklyn White, Essence, 16 Aug. 2022 The sisters displayed their now-defunct boutique, DASH, in the early seasons, created apps with exclusive content and later went on to show glimpses into the development of perfume lines and cosmetic brands. NBC News, 14 Apr. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Greek kosmētikos skilled in adornment, from kosmein to arrange, adorn, from kosmos order

First Known Use

Adjective

1638, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1650, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cosmetic was in 1638
BNC: 9867 COCA: 8341
cosmetic

noun

(usually cosmetics) ADJECTIVE | ... OF COSMETICS | VERB + COSMETIC | COSMETIC + NOUN ADJECTIVEexpensive昂貴的化妝品cheap廉價化妝品natural天然化妝品hypo-allergenic低致敏性化妝品... OF COSMETICSline一系列的化妝品We're introducing a new line of cosmetics.我們即將推出一個新的化妝品系列。VERB + COSMETICuse, wear用化妝品;化了妝apply, put on使用/塗抹化妝品COSMETIC + NOUNcompany, industry化妝品公司/行業
cosmetic

adjective

VERBS | ADVERB VERBSbe只是表面功夫ADVERBmerely, purely不過是/純粹是裝點門面的Opponents described the reforms as a purely cosmetic exercise.反對者把改革描述為純粹裝點門面的舉動。largely, mostly主要是裝門面的

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