depilatory meaning

depilatory as a noun

1. a chemical (usually a sulfide) used to remove hair or wool or bristles from hides

   Type of: compound

2. a cosmetic for temporary removal of undesired hair

   Synonyms: depilator, epilator

   Type of: cosmetic

   Kinds: epilating wax

depilatory as an adjective

1. able to remove hair or render hairless

   Similar: hairless

   Related forms: depilate

depilatory in a sentence

• The depilatory cream doesn't reach the hair root.

How to pronounce depilatory

depilatory is pronounced /dɪˈpɪlətɔri/ in American English. It has 5 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.

Words that rhyme with depilatory

• dilatory