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ringlet

noun

ˈriŋ-lət

Definition of ringlet

as in curl

a length of hair that forms a loop or series of loops a little girl with perfect, golden ringlets

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Recent Examples of ringlet Peeking out from under her long ringlets, Kidman smiled at the camera while showing off a plunging black silk top with a sweetheart neckline and a white rib accent on her bodice. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 20 June 2026 One of the last times the Grammy winner was seen with her golden ringlets was in 2024 during a night out in Sydney with pal Sabrina Carpenter. — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026 According to Secrest, hot rollers were made for big ringlet curls. — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 17 Apr. 2026 Each ringlet of pasta is wrapped around a thin rod, just like the earliest pasta makers did, dating back to the year 1,000, according to Barsotti’s research. — Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ringlet

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curl

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Long, loose curls cascade down her back, all the way to her hips, creating a dramatic contrast in both length and texture.

— Marci Robin, Allure, 25 Sep. 2026
The curls, which spiraled around her, were arguably louder than the print she was clad in.

— Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026

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