Skip to definition.
Get the FREE one-click dictionary software for Windows or the iPhone/iPad and Android apps


Noun: lightener
  1. Any type of lightening agent that can be used to brighten the appearance of hair, skin, wood and other surfaces.
    "Baking soda mixed with lemon juice makes a cheap and natural skin lightener."

Derived forms: lighteners

Type of: substance

Nearest

light-blue
light-boned
lightbulb
light-colored
light-coloured
light-duty
lighted
light-emitting diode
lighten
lighten up
lightener
lightening
lighter
lighterage
lighterman
lighter-than-air
lighter-than-air craft
light-fingered
light-footed
light-green
light-haired