HyperDic: sunblock

English > 1 sense of the word sunblock:
NOUNartifactsunblock, sunscreen, sun blockera cream spread on the skin
English > sunblock: 1 sense > noun 1, artifact
MeaningA cream spread on the skin; contains a chemical (as PABA) to filter out ultraviolet light and so protect from sunburn.
Synonymssunscreen, sun blocker
Broadercream, ointment, emollienttoiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin
Substancespara aminobenzoic acid, PABAA metabolic acid found in yeast and liver cells
Spanishprotector solar
Catalancrema protectora, crema solar, protector solar

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