Lotion
ˈləʊʃən
Definitions
2 meaningsA thick, usually creamy liquid applied to the skin for moisturizing, medicating, or cleaning.
ˈləʊʃən
A creamy liquid for moisturizing or medicating the skin.
I put on lotion after I shower.
💡 Simply: Lotion is like a drink for your skin! It's a creamy stuff you put on to make it feel soft and not dry. Imagine you're thirsty, and you drink water. Lotion is like that for your skin!
👶 For kids: A liquid that you put on your skin to make it feel soft and good.
More Examples
The sunscreen lotion protected me from getting a sunburn.
She used a special lotion to soothe her irritated skin.
How It's Used
"She applied lotion to her dry skin after showering."
"The doctor prescribed a medicated lotion for his eczema."
To apply lotion to.
ˈləʊʃən
To apply lotion to something.
She lotioned her skin after spending the day in the sun.
💡 Simply: To lotion is to put lotion *on* something. Like, you lotion your arms, your legs, or your face to keep the skin soft and hydrated.
👶 For kids: To put lotion on your skin.
More Examples
He was lotioning his hands because they were dry.
The nurse lotioned the patient's back to help relieve the itching.
How It's Used
"She was lotioning her hands to prevent dryness."
Idioms & expressions
Sunscreen lotion
A lotion specifically designed to protect the skin from the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays.
"Don't forget to apply sunscreen lotion before going to the beach."
From French *lotion*, from Latin *lotio* ('a washing, cleansing'), from *lavare* ('to wash').
Historically, lotions were often used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin conditions. The term has evolved to commonly describe cosmetic and skincare products.
Memory tip
Think of the word "ocean" - lotion is like a liquid ocean for your skin, keeping it moisturized and healthy.
Word Origin
"washing or cleansing"