antiperspirant
noun
an·ti·per·spi·rant ˌan-tē-ˈpər-sp(ə-)rənt 
ˌan-ˌtī-
: a preparation used to reduce perspiration
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web The big brands seem locked in an arms-race over just how long an antiperspirant can last: P&G’s Old Spice and Secret brands now also offer 72 hour coverage; and Sure (owned by Unilever) offers 96 hours—four days. 
Katherine Dunn, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2022 On the other hand, an antiperspirant is designed to physically block the release of sweat or perspiration. Sarah Ban, SELF, 3 Aug. 2022 Odor & Sweat Control is an antiperspirant with aluminum that offers 24-hour odor and sweat protection. Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 25 May 2022 If your favorite antiperspirant or body spray has gone missing from store shelves, this may be why. Korin Miller, Health.com, 3 Dec. 2021 What’s the difference between a deodorant and an antiperspirant? Joseph Deacetis, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2021 If the sweating is concentrated away from armpits, or if a new antiperspirant doesn't solve the issue, some experts will consider electrical iontophoresis treatments on hands, feet or facial regions to stem sweating. Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, 6 Sep. 2021 An example of that is the studies that have shown that for some people, the use of antiperspirant can lead to an overgrowth of pathogenic bacteria, causing an odor. Essence, 31 Aug. 2021 Secret deodorant sponsors soccer star Carli Lloyd, Speedstick is the official antiperspirant of the NHL and Old Spice has a longstanding relationship with the NFL. Mike Dojc, Forbes, 25 June 2021 See More
Katherine Dunn, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2022 On the other hand, an antiperspirant is designed to physically block the release of sweat or perspiration. Sarah Ban, SELF, 3 Aug. 2022 Odor & Sweat Control is an antiperspirant with aluminum that offers 24-hour odor and sweat protection. Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 25 May 2022 If your favorite antiperspirant or body spray has gone missing from store shelves, this may be why. Korin Miller, Health.com, 3 Dec. 2021 What’s the difference between a deodorant and an antiperspirant? Joseph Deacetis, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2021 If the sweating is concentrated away from armpits, or if a new antiperspirant doesn't solve the issue, some experts will consider electrical iontophoresis treatments on hands, feet or facial regions to stem sweating. Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, 6 Sep. 2021 An example of that is the studies that have shown that for some people, the use of antiperspirant can lead to an overgrowth of pathogenic bacteria, causing an odor. Essence, 31 Aug. 2021 Secret deodorant sponsors soccer star Carli Lloyd, Speedstick is the official antiperspirant of the NHL and Old Spice has a longstanding relationship with the NFL. Mike Dojc, Forbes, 25 June 2021 See More Word History
First Known Use
1920, in the meaning defined above
Kids Definition
antiperspirant
noun
an·ti·per·spi·rant
ˌan-ti-ˈpər-spə-rənt,
-sprənt
: a substance that is used to prevent sweating
Medical Definition
antiperspirant
noun
an·ti·per·spi·rant ˌant-i-ˈpər-sp(ə-)rənt, ˌan-ˌtī-
: a cosmetic preparation used to check excessive perspiration