Shampoo: meaning, definitions and examples

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shampoo

 

[ สƒรฆmหˆpuห ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

personal care

Shampoo is a hair care product used primarily for cleansing the hair and scalp. It is designed to remove dirt, oil, and product buildup from the hair. Shampoo often contains detergents and other cleaning agents that create lather when mixed with water. Many shampoos also include additional ingredients to target specific hair concerns, such as dryness or dandruff. Regular shampooing is essential for maintaining healthy hair and scalp hygiene.

Synonyms

cleanser, detergent, hair wash

Examples of usage

  • I need to buy some shampoo.
  • She uses a special shampoo for curly hair.
  • After exercising, I always wash my hair with shampoo.
Context #2 | Verb

hair care

To shampoo means to wash one's hair with a shampoo product. This action typically involves applying the shampoo to wet hair, massaging it into the scalp, and then rinsing it out thoroughly. Shampooing is often part of a larger routine that may include conditioning and styling. Regularly shampooing can help keep hair clean and free from buildup.

Synonyms

clean, scrub, wash

Examples of usage

  • She shampoos her hair every other day.
  • He forgot to shampoo his hair before the meeting.
  • It's important to shampoo thoroughly to remove all dirt.

Translations

Translations of the word "shampoo" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น shampoo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเฅˆเคฎเฅเคชเฅ‚

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Shampoo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sampo

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัˆะฐะผะฟัƒะฝัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ szampon

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ทใƒฃใƒณใƒ—ใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท shampooing

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ champรบ

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸampuan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ƒดํ‘ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุงู…ุจูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลกampon

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลกampรณn

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆด—ๅ‘ๆฐด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลกampon

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ shampo

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะฐะผะฟัƒะฝัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒแƒ›แƒžแƒฃแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸampun

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ champรบ

Etymology

The word 'shampoo' has its roots in the Hindi word 'champล,' which means to massage or knead. This term was derived from the Sanskrit word 'champu,' signifying to press or to knead. The use of the term in English dates back to the early 18th century when it referred to a head massage using various oils. The modern application of the term shifted in the late 19th century to describe a product specifically formulated for washing hair. As the beauty industry evolved, shampoo became an essential item in personal care, leading to the variety of formulations we see today, tailored for different hair types and concerns.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,844, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.