noun
sunblock
noun
1
A cream or lotion, usually with a high protection factor, that shields skin from sunburn.
"Apply sunblock before you go out to the beach."
"Kids' skin needs a strong sunblock in summer."
How to Use Sunblock
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA strong sunscreen that protects your skin from burning.
Common mistake
"Sunblock" and "sunscreen" are often used interchangeably, though sunblock technically refers to products that physically block UV rays rather than absorb them.
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Word Forms
sunblocks plural
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Etymology
A compound of sun and block.