'Cosmetic' definitions:
Definition of 'cosmetic'
(from WordNet)
adjective
Serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose; "cosmetic fenders on cars"; "the buildings were utilitarian rather than decorative" [syn: cosmetic, decorative, ornamental]
adjective
Serving an aesthetic purpose in beautifying the body; "cosmetic surgery"; "enhansive makeup" [syn: cosmetic, enhancive]
noun
A toiletry designed to beautify the body
Definition of 'Cosmetic'
From: GCIDE
- Cosmetic \Cos*met"ic\, n. Any external application intended to beautify and improve the complexion. [1913 Webster]
Definition of 'Cosmetic'
From: GCIDE
- Cosmetic \Cos*met"ic\ (k?z-m?t"?k), Cosmetical \Cos*met"ic*al\ (-?-kal), a. [Gr. kosmitiko`s skilled in decorating, fr. ko`smos order, ornament: cf. F. cosm['e]tique. See Cosmos.] Imparting or improving beauty, particularly the beauty of the complexion; as, a cosmetical preparation. [1913 Webster]
- First, robed in white, the nymph intent adores, With head uncovered, the cosmetic powers. --Pope. [1913 Webster]