split end

noun

: an offensive football end who lines up usually several yards to the side of the formation

: a hair tip that has become frayed (as from dryness)

—usually used in plural

Examples of split end in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This creamy, five-minute treatment knows how to repair bonds, hydrate, smooth, strengthen, detangle, and—wait, we're not done—help fuse split ends so hair looks and feels super healthy. —

Allure, 26 Sep. 2024 They’re made from a satin material that prevents any breakage or split ends from forming while still giving you perfect curls. —

Jessica Copeland, Rolling Stone, 26 Sep. 2024 The trio, working in tandem with a blend of 30 essential oils and extracts, comes together to condition hair follicles, relieve dry scalp, smooth split ends, and enhance hair elasticity. —

Kiana Murden, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2024 This moisturizing serum is packed with ingredients like antibacterial aloe and nourishing sunflower seed oil that can support overall scalp health and rehydrate split ends. —

Malia Griggs, Glamour, 18 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for split end

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