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sunblock Definition

sun·block (sunbläk′)

noun

  1. a substance, as para-aminobenzoic acid, used in lotions, cosmetics, etc. to block certain ultraviolet rays of the sun and reduce the danger of sunburn; sunscreen
  2. a lotion, cosmetic, etc. containing this
Also written sun block
sunblock Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • wear: I should point out that Alex is dark skinned and was wearing total sunblock when he was burned.
  • apply: You should cover your scar with a hat or clothing, or apply total sunblock regularly.
  • use: You should use a total sunblock for the first year at least.
  • buy: How can I afford to buy so much sunblock?
  • put: I was arrested by the porn squad for putting sunblock on a kids arm?
  • need: Pets with white coats or areas of sparse hair may need sunblock.

Adjective modifier

  • total: You should use a total sunblock for the first year at least.
  • good: A good sunblock, a hat, and avoiding long midday sunbathing are the best precautions.
  • 50+: Offers the same protection as a 50+ sunblock, and blocks more than 97 % of the sun's harmful rays.
  • effective: I have previously written that balding middle aged Professor's of Dermatology become aware that hair is a very effective sunblock.
  • special: Buy a special sunblock from your vet or use unscented waterproof sunblock of at least factor 15.
  • much: How can I afford to buy so much sunblock?

Modifies a noun

  • cream: Filter in the cream The sunblock creams on the market work in different ways to protect us against the rays of the sun.
  • sunglasses: Package was and sunblock sunglasses walking his take on bernard lewis about.
  • spray: A natural, organic waterproof sunblock spray from the world's first manufacturer of 100 % mineral based sun protection products.
  • product: There are actually sunblock products for horses but this is mostly for their noses.

Noun used with modifier

  • factor: So to reduce the risk of sunburn and skin cancer use a high factor sunblock, long sleeved shirts or a wide brimmed hat.

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