sunscreen
noun
sun·screen
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Definition of sunscreen
1
: a screen to protect against sun
2
: a preparation (such as a lotion) applied to the skin to prevent sunburn (as by chemically absorbing ultraviolet radiation)
also
: its active ingredient (as benzophenone) — compare sunblock
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Other Words from sunscreen
sunscreening
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adjective
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adjective
Examples of sunscreen in a Sentence
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Just don’t forget a buddy to help slather on the sunscreen! — Christine Ryan, New York Times, "5 Items to Always Bring to the Beach," 10 Aug. 2019 Here are a few sunscreen and sun safety myths busted. — Skyla Errter, baltimoresun.com/maryland/carroll, "Health Dept.: Toughest skin and sunscreen myths busted," 19 July 2019 In a statement that will be added to the fest’s official website, Pitchfork encourages attendees to lather on the sunscreen, remember to hydrate before, during and after the festival and bring a reusable water bottle. — Jessi Roti, chicagotribune.com, "How to prep for Pitchfork Music Festival during an excessive heat advisory," 17 July 2019 The Prima is the most pared back of all the options, yet still gentle and effective at removing tinted moisturizer and stuck-on sunscreen. — Megan Decker, refinery29.com, "Prime Day Is The Smartest Time To Get Yourself A Clarisonic," 15 July 2019 And as always, slather on sunscreen before heading outdoors to avoid sunburn. — Htv National Desk, Houston Chronicle, "Woman’s blistering 'margarita burn' a warning about the popular summer drink," 5 June 2019 Things people usually learn on vacation: how many is too many margaritas; how little is too little sunscreen. — Jen Ortiz, Marie Claire, "The Ultimate Guide to Getting Away," 25 June 2018 Bottom line There is no single best sunscreen for water sports and outdoor activities. — Dr. Leslie Baumann, miamiherald, "What are the best sunscreens for swimming and sports? | Miami Herald," 22 May 2018 The average-size person needs about an ounce (a shot glass size) of sunscreen. — Heloise, Washington Post, "Hints From Heloise: Pop this balloon," 13 July 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'sunscreen.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for sunscreen
sunscreen
noun
English Language Learners Definition of sunscreen
: a lotion that you put on your skin to prevent sunburn by blocking out some of the sun's rays
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sunscreen
noun
sun·screen
| \ ˈsən-ˌskrēn
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Kids Definition of sunscreen
: a preparation applied to the skin to prevent sunburn usually by chemically absorbing the sun's ultraviolet radiation
sunscreen
noun
sun·screen
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Medical Definition of sunscreen
: a preparation (as a lotion) applied to the skin to prevent sunburn (as by chemically absorbing ultraviolet radiation)
also
: its active ingredient (as benzophenone) — compare sunblock
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