deodorant
noun
de·odor·ant
dē-ˈō-də-rənt 
: a preparation that destroys or masks unpleasant odors
deodorant
adjective
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This system enables real-time inventory analysis, allowing the team to identify what’s missing (e.g. deodorant or culturally specific hair care) and advocate for those needs through brand relationships or social media.
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Christine Michel Carter, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
According to the recall notice, the Power Stick deodorants were sold nationwide.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 21 July 2025
The deodorants are available for purchase from major retailers such as Walmart and Amazon.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 17 July 2025
This may include using specific deodorants and lifestyle or grooming habit changes.
—Brandi Jones, Health, 24 July 2025
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Christine Michel Carter, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
According to the recall notice, the Power Stick deodorants were sold nationwide.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 21 July 2025
The deodorants are available for purchase from major retailers such as Walmart and Amazon.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 17 July 2025
This may include using specific deodorants and lifestyle or grooming habit changes.
—Brandi Jones, Health, 24 July 2025
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“Deodorant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/deodorant. Accessed 9 Aug. 2025.
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deodorant
noun
de·odor·ant
dē-ˈōd-ə-rənt
: a preparation that destroys or masks unpleasant odors
deodorant
adjective
Medical Definition
deodorant
1 of 2 adjective
de·odor·ant
dē-ˈōd-ə-rənt
: destroying or masking offensive odors
deodorant
2 of 2 noun
: any of various preparations or solutions (as a soap or disinfectant) that destroy or mask unpleasant odors
especially
: a cosmetic that neutralizes perspiration odors
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