mousse

verb

moussed; moussing
Synonyms of moussenext

transitive verb

: to style (hair) with mousse

Word History

First Known Use

1984, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of mousse was in 1984

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“Mousse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mousse. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

mousse

1 of 2 noun
1
: a light whipped or molded food
especially : a cold dessert of sweetened and flavored whipped cream or egg whites and gelatin
2
: a foamy preparation used in styling hair

mousse

2 of 2 verb
moussed; moussing
: to style (hair) with mousse

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