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Noun: shampoo  sham'poo
  1. Cleansing agent consisting of soaps or detergents used for washing the hair
    "She preferred an herbal shampoo for her dry hair"
     
  2. The act of washing your hair with shampoo
    "Her weekly shampoo left her hair feeling clean and refreshed"
Verb: shampoo  sham'poo
  1. Use shampoo on (hair)
    "She shampooed her hair twice to remove all the product buildup"

Derived forms: shampoos, shampooing, shampooed

Type of: cleaner, cleanser, cleansing agent, hair care, haircare, hairdressing, lave, wash

Encyclopedia: Shampoo