lotion Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun any of various cosmetic preparations that are applied to the skin
  2. noun liquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or medicinal action when applied to the skin
    application.
    • a lotion for dry skin

WordNet

Lo"tion noun
Etymology
L. lotio, fr. lavare, lotum, to wash: cf. F. lotion. See Lave to wash.
Definitions
  1. A washing, especially of the skin for the purpose of rendering it fair.
  2. A liquid preparation for bathing the skin, or an injured or diseased part, either for a medicinal purpose, or for improving its appearance.

Webster 1913