| NOUN | artifact | sunblock, sunscreen, sun blocker | a cream spread on the skin |
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| Meaning | A cream spread on the skin; contains a chemical (as PABA) to filter out ultraviolet light and so protect from sunburn. | |
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| Synonyms | sunscreen, sun blocker | |
| Broader | cream, ointment, emollient | toiletry 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 |
| Substances | para aminobenzoic acid, PABA | A metabolic acid found in yeast and liver cells |
| Spanish | protector solar | |
| Catalan | crema protectora, crema solar, protector solar | |
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