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Uncommoncosmetic
The correct spelling is cosmetic.
How to pronounce cosmetic
/kɒzˈmɛtɪk/
nounIPA: /kɒzˈmɛtɪk/
Say it like: Cos-met-ic
The correct spelling is cosmetic. Any substances applied to enhance the external color or texture of the skin, e.g. lipstick, eyeshadow, eyeliner; makeup. For example: "a cosmetic preparation"
Usage Examples
“a cosmetic preparation”
“Fortunately, the damage to the house was mostly cosmetic and a bit of paint covered it nicely.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.Any substances applied to enhance the external color or texture of the skin, e.g. lipstick, eyeshadow, eyeliner; makeup.
- 2.A feature existing only on the surface.
adjective
- 1.Imparting or improving beauty, particularly the beauty of the complexion.
- 2.External or superficial; pertaining only to the surface or appearance of something.
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