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Barrette: meaning, definitions and examples

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barrette

 

[ bรฆหˆrษ›t ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

hair accessory

A barrette is a clasp or ornament used for holding hair in place. Typically made from materials like plastic, metal, or fabric, barrettes come in various sizes and designs. They can be simple clips or decorative pieces adorned with jewels or intricate patterns. While commonly used by women and girls, barrettes can also be employed as stylish accessories for men and boys. This practical item helps manage hairstyles and adds a touch of flair to one's appearance.

Synonyms

accessory, clasp, hair clip, hairpin.

Examples of usage

  • She pinned her hair back with a floral barrette.
  • He used a barrette to secure his ponytail.
  • The child wore a sparkly barrette at her birthday party.
  • Anna bought several barrettes to match her outfits.

Translations

Translations of the word "barrette" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fivela

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅเคฒเคฟเคช

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Haarnadel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jepit rambut

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะบะพะปะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ spinka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒฌใƒƒใ‚ฟ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท barrette

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ horquilla

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท saรง tokasฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ—ค์–ดํ•€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุดุจูƒ ุดุนุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sponka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sponka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‘ๅคน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sponka

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hรกrspenna

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะฐัˆ า›ั‹ัั‚ั‹ั€า“ั‹ัˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ แƒ”แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ saรง klipi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ horquilla

Etymology

The word 'barrette' comes from the French word 'barretta', which is a diminutive form of 'barre', meaning 'bar' or 'rod'. The term was adopted into English in the late 19th century as hair accessories became more fashionable. Initially, barrettes were simple metal or plastic pieces, but over time they evolved into decorative items that reflected personal style and trends. By the mid-20th century, barrettes became commonly used in children's fashion as well, leading to various colorful and whimsical designs. Today, barrettes are not only functional but also serve as an essential fashion accessory in both casual and formal settings.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,937, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.