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Definition of lipstick

lipstick

/ˈlɪp.stɪk/
lip · stick
Plural:lipsticks
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• noun

1

A cosmetic product consisting of pigments, oils, and waxes that is applied to the lips to provide color, texture, and protection.

Example

"She wiped a smudge of bright red lipstick from the rim of her coffee cup."

2

A small, cylindrical tube or stick containing solid cosmetic lip color.

Example

"He found three different lipsticks rolling around at the bottom of her purse."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English by combining the words 'lip' and 'stick'. First recorded around 1880 to describe solid cosmetic rouge molded into a cylindrical stick for application to the lips.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lipstick. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lipstick
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