1. substances or products used to make something lighter in color or weight

Examples

• Hair lighteners can damage your hair if used too frequently.
• The artist mixed several lighteners into the paint to achieve the desired shade.
• These fabric lighteners will help remove stains from white clothing.
• Professional lighteners are stronger than those sold in stores.
• She used natural lighteners like lemon juice on her hair.
• The lighteners in this product work gradually over several applications.