big hair

noun

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

Examples of big hair in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web An Androgynous Ex-Glam Rocker Longlegs big hair was a key part of his backstory as an ex-glam rocker, which helped motivate the character’s heavy makeup, superficial fixation on trying to stay young, and the sense that Longlegs has carefully curated his look. Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 13 July 2024 Get ready for an unforgettable show with lots of big hair, glamour, rhinestones, hats, boots and incredible performances. Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 12 July 2024 On the mane front, Southern women have been known for big hair, lots of hair spray, and constantly defying the hot, humid environment around them. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 12 July 2024 The big hair and the open tummy silhouette, and a little Grace Jones in the face with the eye makeup. Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019 See all Example Sentences for big hair 

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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 26 Jul. 2024.

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