frizz
1or friz
[ friz ]
verb (used with or without object)
to form into small, crisp curls or little tufts.
noun
the state of being frizzed.
something frizzed; frizzed hair.
Origin of frizz
1First recorded in 1650–60; back formation from frizzle1
Other words from frizz
- frizzer, noun
Other definitions for frizz (2 of 2)
frizz2
[ friz ]
verb (used with or without object)
Other words from frizz
- frizzer, noun
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British Dictionary definitions for frizz
frizz
/ (frɪz) /
verb
(of the hair, nap, etc) to form or cause (the hair, etc) to form tight wiry curls or crisp tufts
noun
hair that has been frizzed
the state of being frizzed
Origin of frizz
1C19: from French friser to curl, shrivel up (see frisette): influenced by frizzle 1
Derived forms of frizz
- frizzer, noun
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