big hair

noun

: hair that is styled and teased to occupy an unusually large amount of space above and around the head

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The Lost Boys is one of Schumacher's most deliciously gonzo films, an unceasingly fun roller coaster ride of fangs, big hair, and brilliantly gooey practical effects. Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Oct. 2025 Kardashian likes to make a big hair change during Paris Fashion Week. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 6 Oct. 2025 The 10-foot tribute to the late rock legend, located not too far from Nutbush, features the singer striking a familiar pose — all big hair, short skirt and microphone in hand. Abid Rahman, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2025 Instead of finding helpful advice about her changing body, Tarpley saw models with big hair and emaciated figures. Alicia Garceau, NPR, 10 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for big hair

Word History

First Known Use

1966, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of big hair was in 1966

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“Big hair.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/big%20hair. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.

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