buzz cut

noun

Definition of buzz cutnext
as in crew cut

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Recent Examples of buzz cut Now, two new heartthrobs of the 2020s have joined the party, with Heated Rivalry star Connor Storrie and Manchester City footballer Erling Haaland both buzzing their notable hairstyles in favor of a summery buzz cut. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 24 Aug. 2026 Some managers and scouts visited Ewood Park when Wharton was a teenager at Blackburn Rovers and decided that the skinny kid with a buzz cut and his socks rolled down ‘isn’t one for us’. — Stuart James, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026 For most of his life, Roth sported a military-style buzz cut, a plain suit, and a pair of sneakers. — Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 12 Aug. 2026 From a fringed mullet, to a blonde buzz cut, bobs in various lengths, micro bangs, and even a shade of citrus—Kristen Stewart’s looks are always executed with an edge. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for buzz cut
Recent Examples of Synonyms for buzz cut
  1. crew cut
  2. crop
  3. fade
  4. bob
  5. big hair
  6. trim
Noun
  • The meltdown happened anyway, and the line the crew cut was fiber.
    — Vincent E. Bianco III, Washington Post, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Meanwhile, a crew cut, fade, or a simple buzz cut requires monthly upkeep.
    — Sarah Madaus, InStyle, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of crew cut
Noun
  • The previous generation’s crowd is clearly uneasy with the new crop.
    — Max Tani, semafor.com, 2 Nov. 2026
  • In the game, players can cultivate their patches, grow oversized crops, and get down and dirty to protect their harvest or steal someone else’s.
    — Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of crop
Noun
  • Precincts with more votes cast per square mile appear more solid, with areas with lower voter density fade to white.
    — Sean Greene, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Toney caught four passes on Miami’s opening drive, including an over-the-shoulder grab on a fade for a touchdown.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of fade
Noun
  • Whether you’re drawn to a sleek, chin-grazing bob, a shoulder-length bob, or something a little more daring, the best part is there’s no one-size-fits-all approach.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 6 Nov. 2026
  • While bob trends of late have given way to the super chic lob or the trending clavi-cut, Margot Robbie has emerged with a dramatically shorter, sharper, and much blonder bob.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of bob
Noun
  • Crafted by celebrity hair architect Tokyo Stylez, the texture spoke to a different time, a decade defined by big hair, otherwise known as the ’80s.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Well besides being well known for her voice, big hair and charming personality, she was also recognized for her devotion to the natural world.
    — Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of big hair
Noun
  • Manual Holstein, a manager working in Mercedes research for future displays, indicated that the projector could be small enough to be hidden behind wood or metal trim pieces.
    — James Riswick, ArsTechnica, 3 Nov. 2026
  • The two-seat cabin is covered almost in lush white upholstery with blue trim and machined details, including its gear shifter (more on that in a moment) and many physical buttons and switches.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of trim

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“Buzz cut.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buzz%20cut. Accessed 9 Nov. 2026.

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