I. də̇ˈpiləˌtōrē, dēˈ-, -ȯr-, -ri adjective
Etymology: probably from French dépilatoire, from Middle French depilatoire, from Latin depilatus + Middle French -oire -ory
: having the power to remove hair
II. noun
( -es )
1. : a cosmetic for the temporary removal of undesired hair
2. : a chemical preparation usually of sulfide used to remove hair, wool, or bristles from hides