frizz

Definition of frizznext
as in curl
a length of hair that forms a loop or series of loops a photograph of a 1920s flapper with that trademark frizz on the forehead

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Recent Examples of frizz For people with curly hair, like myself, friction from traditional wool or acrylic hats can cause frizz and breakage. The Editors, Outside, 2 Dec. 2025 To tame frizz in virtually no time, Robinson gave me his brilliant little wand. Brianna Peters, Vogue, 24 Nov. 2025 The Airwrap Diffuse now features a wide-tooth comb, a new diffuser, and a round volumizing brush for good measure — here to lengthen your curls, reduce their overall frizz, and boost your mane’s fullness, respectively. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025 The ion technology helps smooth hair and reduce frizz. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for frizz
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frizz
curl
Noun
  • But those with coily hair can also snip a few singular curls and separate them with their fingers to get the same laissez-faire, unbothered look.
    Loren Savini, Allure, 10 Jan. 2026
  • And my favorite part is creating the chocolate curls on top.
    Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Jan. 2026

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“Frizz.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frizz. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.

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