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Definition of lotion

lotion

/ˈloʊ.ʃən/
lo · tion
Plural:lotions
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• noun

1

A thick, smooth liquid preparation applied to the skin for medicinal or cosmetic purposes, especially to moisturize, protect, or treat dryness.

Example

"After taking a hot shower, she immediately applied a rich cocoa butter lotion to keep her skin hydrated."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Latin 'lotio' (a washing), derived from the past participle stem of 'lavere' (to wash). It entered English in the late Middle Ages, originally referring to medicinal washes or liquids used for cleaning wounds.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lotion. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lotion
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