English adjective: depilatory | |||
1. | depilatory able to remove hair or render hairless | ||
Similar | hairless | ||
Antonyms | haired, hairy, hirsute | ||
English noun: depilatory | |||
1. | depilatory (substance) a chemical (usually a sulfide) used to remove hair or wool or bristles from hides | ||
Broader (hypernym) | chemical compound, compound | ||
2. | depilatory (artifact) a cosmetic for temporary removal of undesired hair | ||
Synonyms | depilator, epilator | ||
Broader (hypernym) | cosmetic | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | epilating wax | ||