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Definition of epilator

epilator

/ˈɛp.ə.leɪ.tɚ/
ep · i · la · tor
Plural:epilators
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Adjective:epilatory
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• noun

1

An electrical device used to remove unwanted body hair by mechanically grasping multiple hairs simultaneously and pulling them out from the root.

Example

"She switched from disposable razors to a rechargeable epilator for longer-lasting hair removal."

2

A chemical substance, wax, or agent used to remove hair by the roots.

Example

"The dermatological clinic tested a mild topical epilator formulated for sensitive skin."

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• Nearby Words

epidermis
epidural
epigaea
epilator
epilepsy
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epilobium

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 19th century from 'epilate' plus the agent suffix '-or', ultimately deriving from French 'épiler', from Latin 'e-' (out) and 'pilus' (hair).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Epilator. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/epilator
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