frizz

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verb (1)

ˈfriz 

frizzed; frizzing; frizzes

transitive verb

: to form into small tight curls

intransitive verb

of hair : to form a mass of tight curls

frizz

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noun

1

: a tight curl

2

: hair that is tightly curled

frizz

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verb (2)

frizzed; frizzing; frizzes

transitive verb

: to fry or sear with a sizzling noise

intransitive verb

: sizzle

Synonyms

Noun

• curl
• frizzle
• ringlet

Examples of frizz in a Sentence

Noun

She used gel on her hair to control the frizz.

a photograph of a 1920s flapper with that trademark frizz on the forehead

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

Curly or Wavy Hair: Like thick hair, curly and wavy hair can also be dry and more prone to frizz. —Sharon Brandwein, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2024

This one is also stellar for anyone with thick, textured hair that tends to frizz. —Sarah Madaus, Allure, 25 July 2024

Noun

Hair treatment: $12.97 (Walmart) A deep conditioner is the answer to moisturizing dry hair, repairing brittle ends, and keeping the frizz away any time of the year. —Nora Colomer, Fox News, 12 Aug. 2024

Infused with argan oil, aloe vera and other nourishing ingredients, this hair gem works to tame your frizz, add shine and straighten your hair all at the same time. —Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 18 July 2024

Word History

Etymology

Verb (1)

French friser

Verb (2)

alteration of fry entry 1

First Known Use

Verb (1)

1660, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Noun

1668, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb (2)

1835, in the meaning defined at transitive sense