| a. | 1. | Imparting or improving beauty, particularly the beauty of the complexion; |
| n. | 1. | Any external application intended to beautify and improve the complexion. |
| Noun | 1. | cosmetic - a toiletry designed to beautify the body Synonyms: cosmetics |
| Adj. | 1. | cosmetic - serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose; "cosmetic fenders on cars"; "the buildings were utilitarian rather than decorative" Synonyms: decorative, ornamental |
| 2. | cosmetic - serving an aesthetic purpose in beautifying the body; "cosmetic surgery"; "enhansive makeup" Synonyms: enhancive |
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