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Entry 2 senses · 2 variants Webster, 1913

Cosmetic

/(k?z-m?t"?k)/ · Cos·met·ic · IPA /kɑzˈmɛt.ɪk/
01 a. Imparting or improving beauty, particularly the beauty of the complexion; as, a cosmetical preparation.
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    Imparting or improving beauty, particularly the beauty of the complexion; as, a cosmetical preparation.
    “First, robed in white, the nymph intent adores, With head uncovered, the cosmetic powers.” — Pope.
02 n. Any external application intended to beautify and improve the complexion.
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    Any external application intended to beautify and improve the complexion.