noun

cosmetics

cosmetics, make-up

She spends a lot of money on cosmetics.

She spends a lot of money on cosmetics.

This brand of cosmetics is very popular.

This brand of cosmetics is very popular.

((cosmetics)) as a noun makeup She bought some new cosmetics at the store.

Synonyms: makeup, beauty products

From Greek 'kosmos' meaning 'order, adornment'. These are products used to bring 'order' and 'adornment' to one's appearance.

Think of products that bring 'order' like the 'cosmos' to your appearance. The '-s' at the end indicates it's a collection of these products.

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