curling iron

noun

: a rod-shaped usually metal instrument which is heated and around which a lock of hair to be curled or waved is wound

Examples of curling iron in a Sentence

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The best Amazon Prime Day hair tool deals prove that now’s the time to invest in a quality curling iron, blow-dry brush or straightener. Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 23 June 2026 The site has just dropped dozens of early deals on everything from curling irons and loungewear to outdoor gear and kitchen appliances. Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 22 June 2026 Steamers and curling irons stocked under the bathroom sink are a nice touch—this is the South, after all; nobody’s going to dinner without good hair and smooth linens. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 June 2026 This goes for all hot hair tools, including wands, straighteners, and curling irons. Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for curling iron

Word History

First Known Use

1616, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of curling iron was in 1616

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“Curling iron.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/curling%20iron. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

curling iron

noun
: a rod-shaped device that is heated and used to curl hair
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