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 | ||