🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

保湿霜

Pronunciation / Transliteration: bǎo shī shuāng

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Moisturizer/ˈmɔɪs.tʃəˌraɪ.zər/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #8500 frequency
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"洗脸后请记得涂抹保湿霜。"

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A lotion, cream, or substance applied to the skin to prevent or treat dryness by retaining moisture.

    "She applies a daily facial moisturizer to keep her skin hydrated and soft."
  2. 2

    A product or additive used to add moisture or prevent drying out in various consumer goods, such as tobacco or hair care products.

    "The hair conditioner contains a natural moisturizer to repair damaged strands."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

Derived from the verb 'moisturize', formed from 'moist' (from Middle English 'moist', originating from Old French 'moiste', ultimately from Latin 'muscidus') combined with the suffix '-ize' and the agent noun suffix '-er'. The term gained widespread prominence in the 20th century with the commercial expansion of the cosmetic and dermatology industries.

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