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cosmetic

1 cosmetic /kɑzˈmɛtɪk/ noun
plural cosmetics
1 cosmetic
/kɑzˈmɛtɪk/
noun
plural cosmetics
Britannica Dictionary 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 usually plural
2 cosmetic /kɑzˈmɛtɪk/ adjective
2 cosmetic
/kɑzˈmɛtɪk/
adjective
Britannica Dictionary definition of COSMETIC
always used before a noun : used or done in order to improve a person's appearance
: done in order to make something look better
[more cosmetic; most cosmetic] : not important or meaningful