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sunscreen Definition

sun·screen (-skrēn′)

noun

  1. a substance, esp. para-aminobenzoic acid, used in tanning lotions, cosmetics, etc. to block certain ultraviolet rays of the sun and reduce the danger of sunburn
  2. such a preparation

sunscreen Usage Examples

Preposition: with

  • SPF: Children should be given sunscreen with a high SPF.
  • factor: Applying sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 15 or more to all exposed areas of skin.

Converse of object

  • wear: Advice the park will be handing out includes: Always wear a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher.
  • apply: Attach shades to the car windows or apply a high factor sunscreen.
  • forget: In the event of inclement weather wear warm waterproof clothing and don't forget sunscreen and headwear if sunshine is expected.
  • put: Put a total block sunscreen on your children whenever they go out in the sun.
  • use: Use a broad spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or above.
  • bring: Very exposed - so bring sunscreen, a hat and plenty of water.

Adjective modifier

  • 15+: Sunscreen Choose a ' broad spectrum ' , factor 15+ sunscreen.
  • broad: Use a broad spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or above.
  • high: Loose fitting clothing will keep you cool High factor sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15.
  • natural: Mulberry and Plane are very suitable as a natural seasonal sunscreen too.

Modifies a noun

  • lotion: A sunscreen lotion or spray may also help protect the affected area from sun damage.
  • cream: You need to get a sunscreen cream that protects against both.
  • protection: Sunscreen sun protection factors ( SPF ) are measured by timing how long skin covered with sunscreen takes to burn compared to uncovered skin.
  • product: In early autumn there was the adverse press coverage regarding sunscreen products.

Noun used with modifier

  • high-factor: Use a high-factor sunscreen ( SPF 30 or above ), whenever you are exposed to the sun.
  • spectrum: Use a broad spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or above.
  • factor: Loose fitting clothing will keep you cool High factor sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15.
  • protection: I use high protection sunscreen, at least factor 15, usually 20-25 plus.

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