Sunblock

noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (SPF). countable, uncountable
  2. 2
    a cream spread on the skin; contains a chemical (as PABA) to filter out ultraviolet light and so protect from sunburn wordnet

Synonyms

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blockoutsun blockersunblockersunscreensunscreen

Example

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"I bet you have to twist your body into uncomfortable positions to be able to apply sunblock to your back."

Etymology

From sun + block.

Related phrases

sun protection factorsuntan lotion

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