sunblock

sunblock
/sun"blok'/, n.
1. a substance that provides a high degree of protection against sunburn, often preventing most tanning as well as burning, as by obstructing the penetration of ultraviolet rays.
2. a lotion, cream, etc., containing such a substance.
Also, sun block.
[1975-80; SUN + BLOCK]

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