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sunblock vs cream

cream vs sunblock

sunblock and cream both are nouns.

sunblock is not a verb while cream is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
sunblock Yes No No No
cream Yes No Yes No
As nouns, cream is a hypernym of sunblock; that is, cream is a word with a broader meaning than sunblock:
  • sunblock: a cream spread on the skin; contains a chemical (as PABA) to filter out ultraviolet light and so protect from sunburn
  • 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
Other hypernyms of sunblock include emollient, ointment.
sunblock (noun) cream (noun)
a cream spread on the skin; contains a chemical (as PABA) to filter out ultraviolet light and so protect from sunburn 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
the part of milk containing the butterfat
the best people or things in a group
sunblock (verb) cream (verb)
add cream to one's coffee, for example
make creamy by beating
remove from the surface
put on cream, as on one's face or body
beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight
Difference between sunblock and cream

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