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cosmetic
adjective
noun
Serving an aesthetic purpose in beautifying the body
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adjective
Serving an aesthetic purpose in beautifying the body
“Cosmetic surgery”
adjective
Serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose
“Cosmetic fenders on cars”
noun
A toiletry designed to beautify the body
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Cosmetic surgery
Enhansive makeup
Cosmetic fenders on cars
The buildings were utilitarian rather than decorative
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