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sunblock

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sunblock also sun block  (snblk)
n.
A preparation that prevents sunburn by filtering out the sun's ultraviolet rays, often purported to offer more protection than a sunscreen.
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Noun1.sunblocksunblock - a cream spread on the skin; contains a chemical (as PABA) to filter out ultraviolet light and so protect from sunburn
sun blocker, sunscreen
emollient, ointment, cream - toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin
PABA, para aminobenzoic acid - a metabolic acid found in yeast and liver cells; used to make dyes and drugs and sun blockers
Translations
French sunblock [ˈsʌnblɔk] sun n → écran m total
German sunblock sun n → Sonnenschutzcreme f
Italian sunblock [ˈsʌnblɔk] n → crema solare a protezione totale
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