n. A protective or restorative liquid or cream applied to the skin. [Middle English locion, from Old French lotion, from Latin lōtiō, lōtiōn-, a washing, from lōtus, past participle of lavere, to wash; see leu(ə)- in the Appendix of Indo-European roots.] |
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