conditioner

noun

con·​di·​tion·​er kən-ˈdi-sh(ə-)nər How to pronounce conditioner (audio)
: something that conditions
specifically : a preparation used to improve the condition of hair

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Some products are excluded altogether, including video game consoles and major home appliances like refrigerators, ovens, microwaves, air conditioners and heating units. — Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Sep. 2026 Its poster is a still life every Jeddah resident knows, a rooftop of water tanks and air conditioners against a hazy sky. — Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 4 Sep. 2026 The homeowner is typically thinking about the leaking pipe, failed air conditioner or electrical issue in front of them. — Michael Fox, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026 Tread lightly, though, and be sure to follow with a nourishing hair mask or conditioner on detox days to keep your fragile hair from drying out further. — Sarah Madaus, InStyle, 30 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for conditioner

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First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of conditioner was in 1888

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conditioner

noun
con·​di·​tion·​er kən-ˈdish-(ə-)nər How to pronounce conditioner (audio)
: something that conditions
especially : a preparation used to improve the condition of hair
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