shampoo
UK: ʃæmˈpuː | US: ʃæmˈpuː
n. a liquid preparation for washing the hair
vt. to wash or cleanse (hair) with shampoo
The word "shampoo" originates from the Hindi word "chāmpo" (चाँपो), derived from the Sanskrit root "capayati" (चपयति), meaning "to press, knead, or massage." It entered English in the 18th century during British colonial rule in India, initially referring to a head massage with oils. Later, it evolved to denote the liquid hair-cleaning product we know today. The morpheme breakdown above is speculative, as "shampoo" is generally treated as a monomorphic loanword in English etymology.
She bought a new shampoo for her curly hair.
The salon offers a free scalp massage with every shampoo.
He shampoos his hair twice a week.
This herbal shampoo leaves your hair smelling fresh.
The instructions say to lather the shampoo and rinse thoroughly.