lip rouge
Definition
Noun: A cosmetic product, typically in stick, liquid, or cream form, whose primary purpose is to add color to the lips. It is a synonym for "lipstick."
Usage
"Lip rouge" is a somewhat dated or formal term for what is now most commonly called "lipstick." It is used to describe the cosmetic item itself. * She applied a bright shade of lip rouge before the party. * The actress's signature was her deep red lip rouge.
Advanced Usage
- The term can occasionally be used in historical or vintage contexts to evoke a specific era, such as the 1920s or 1950s, when this phrasing was more common.
Variants and Related Words
- Lipstick (n): The modern and far more common term for the same product.
- Lip color (n): A general term encompassing lipstick, lip gloss, and lip stain.
- Lip gloss (n): A cosmetic for lips that adds shine, sometimes with subtle color.
Synonyms
- Lipstick
- Lip color
Related Phrases
- To put on lip rouge: To apply lipstick.
- She put on her lip rouge in the rearview mirror.
Noun
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makeup that is used to color the lips
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