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déodorant

deodorant

noun day-oh-doh-RAHN Rare

Origin: From Latin de- (away) + odor (smell)

Usage Note

Déodorant is the standard French term for both roll-on and spray deodorant products. It is distinct from anti-transpirant, which specifically blocks perspiration. In informal speech, the shortened form déo is very common: 'Tu as mis ton déo?'

Examples

"N'oublie pas ton déodorant ce matin."

Natural Translation

Don't forget your deodorant this morning.

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