sunblock

sunblock
sun·block 'sən-.bläk n a preparation (as a lotion) applied to the skin to prevent sunburn (as by physically blocking out ultraviolet radiation) also its active ingredient (as titanium dioxide) compare sunscreen

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sun·block (sunґblok″) a topical protective agent, such as one containing zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, that prevents sunlight from reaching the skin; the term is often used interchangeably with sunscreen.

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  • sunblock — UK [ˈsʌnˌblɒk] / US [ˈsʌnˌblɑk] noun [countable/uncountable] Word forms sunblock : singular sunblock plural sunblocks a cream that you can rub onto your skin to stop it from being burned by the sun …   English dictionary

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  • sunblock — noun Date: 1972 a preparation (as a lotion) applied to the skin to prevent sunburn (as by physically blocking out ultraviolet radiation); also its active ingredient (as titanium dioxide) compare sunscreen …   New Collegiate Dictionary

  • sunblock — /sun blok /, n. 1. a substance that provides a high degree of protection against sunburn, often preventing most tanning as well as burning, as by obstructing the penetration of ultraviolet rays. 2. a lotion, cream, etc., containing such a… …   Universalium

  • sunblock — noun a cream, to be spread on the skin, containing organic compounds that absorb, and/or titanium dioxide that reflects the sun’s ultraviolet radiation Syn: sunscreen …   Wiktionary

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