Definition of conk
slang, chiefly British
: nose
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Origin and Etymology of conk
Origin and Etymology of conk
Origin and Etymology of conk
Definition of conk
1
: break down;
especially
: stall
—usually used with out
- the motor suddenly conked out
Origin and Etymology of conk
Definition of conk
: to straighten out (hair) usually by the use of chemicals
Origin and Etymology of conk
probably by shortening & alteration from congolene preparation used for straightening hair
Definition of conk
: a hairstyle in which the hair is straightened out and flattened down or lightly waved — called also
process
First Known Use of conk
1965
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