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sunblock

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (SPF).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: sunblocker

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: sunscreen, suntan lotion

2

noun

Meaning 2

a cream spread on the skin; contains a chemical (as PABA) to filter out ultraviolet light and so protect from sunburn

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: sunscreen, sun blocker

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: cream, ointment, emollient

History

Etymology

From sun + block.

Across languages

Translations

6 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: voimakas aurinkosuoja — sunscreen with high SPF
  • Māori: pani ārai hihirā — sunscreen with high SPF
  • Māori: hinu-ārai-tīkākā — sunscreen with high SPF
  • Polish: krem do opalania — sunscreen with high SPF
  • Spanish: protector solar — sunscreen with high SPF
  • Spanish: bloqueador antisolar — sunscreen with high SPF