hairbrush

noun

hair·​brush ˈher-ˌbrəsh How to pronounce hairbrush (audio)
: a brush for the hair

Examples of hairbrush in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web That’s right, tools like hairbrushes, curling wands and flat irons also need to be cleaned. Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 3 Sep. 2024 But recently, a hairbrush by the legendary Mason Pearson fell into my hands, any my belief in hair-brushing turned into an obsession. Ana Morales, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2024 Wet Brush x Hello Kitty The fan-favorite hairbrush got a 50th Anniversary makeover. 4. Erin Lassner, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 July 2024 The no-learning-curve tool works just like a hairbrush but emits a steady (and safe) 365 degrees with each pass. Annie Blackman, Allure, 16 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for hairbrush 

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Word History

First Known Use

1599, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of hairbrush was in 1599

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“Hairbrush.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hairbrush. Accessed 10 Sep. 2024.

Kids Definition

hairbrush

noun
hair·​brush ˈha(ə)r-ˌbrəsh How to pronounce hairbrush (audio)
ˈhe(ə)r-
: a brush for the hair

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