conditioner

noun

con·​di·​tion·​er kən-ˈdi-sh(ə-)nər How to pronounce conditioner (audio)
: something that conditions
specifically : a preparation used to improve the condition of hair

Examples of conditioner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Like all its products, this essential shampoo and conditioner set is minimally designed and made with clean, color safe formulas. Perrie Samotin, Glamour, 29 Mar. 2024 China produces about 70 per cent of the world’s air conditioners and has experienced exceptionally growing demand in the last twenty years; around four in ten air conditioners are purchased and installed in the country. Sabrina Weiss, WIRED, 20 Mar. 2024 Simple Houseware Under-Sink Organizer, $24 (Save 20%) Use the organizer to house extra bathroom supplies out of sight, like soap bottles, shampoo and conditioner, and toilet paper. Lindsey Greenfeld, Peoplemag, 11 Mar. 2024 Body wash, bar soap, shampoo, and conditioner, plus 48-hour antiperspirant make up the next category and feature three luxury scents. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2024 It is now used in a variety of Samsung products including air conditioners, cellphones, and robotic vacuum cleaners. IEEE Spectrum, 3 Mar. 2024 Next, is the deep conditioner, a trip to the hood dryer, and detangling. Jessica Cruel, Allure, 20 Feb. 2024 These are on hand next to his must-have drugstore items like lip conditioner, Q-tips, disposable wands, tissues, lighting and sharpeners. India Espy-Jones, Essence, 7 Feb. 2024 There’s also a rare deal on this Olaplex hair kit, which includes a shampoo, conditioner, and leave-in treatment designed to strengthen your locks from root to end. Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 3 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of conditioner was in 1888

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“Conditioner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/conditioner. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.

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conditioner

noun
con·​di·​tion·​er kən-ˈdish-(ə-)nər How to pronounce conditioner (audio)
: something that conditions
especially : a preparation used to improve the condition of hair

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