cosmetic
//kɒzˈmɛtɪk//
Adjective
cosmeticCanonical form
1
Relating to treatment intended to improve a person's appearance.
She decided to have cosmetic surgery to improve her appearance.
2
Affecting only the appearance of something rather than its substance; superficial.
The changes to the policy were purely cosmetic and did not address the real issues.
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Noun
cosmeticSingular
cosmeticsPlural
1
A product applied to the body, especially the face, to improve its appearance.
She keeps her cosmetics in a small bag.