Frizz: meaning, definitions and examples

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frizz

 

[ frษชz ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

hair texture

Frizz refers to the tendency of hair to become unruly and form small, tight curls or waves. This often occurs when hair is dry, damaged, or has been subjected to humidity. Frizz can create a chaotic appearance, making it appear puffy or tangled.

Synonyms

curl, kink, wave

Examples of usage

  • After the rain, my hair was full of frizz.
  • I used a serum to tame the frizz before the party.
  • Her hair had a lot of frizz from the humidity.
  • The hairstyle looked great until the frizz took over.
Context #2 | Verb

hair condition

To frizz means to become or make hair become frizzy. This process usually happens due to environmental factors such as moisture or heat. When hair frizzes, it loses its smooth texture and can become difficult to manage.

Synonyms

coil, curl, wave

Examples of usage

  • If I don't use conditioner, my hair will frizz.
  • The humidity in the air will cause my hair to frizz up.
  • I frizzed my hair by not drying it properly.
  • She frizzed her curls with the wrong product.

Translations

Translations of the word "frizz" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น frizz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅเคฐเคฟเคœเคผ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Frizz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ keriting

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบัƒั‡ะตั€ัะฒั–ัั‚ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ frizz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใƒชใ‚บ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท frizz

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ frizz

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kabarma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ”„๋ฆฌ์ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุฌุนูŠุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kudrliny

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kuฤery

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฏ›่บ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kodranje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ krullur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑาฑะปั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒ•แƒ แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qฤฑvrฤฑm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ frizz

Etymology

The word 'frizz' originated in the mid-19th century, with the first recorded use dating back to around 1829. It is believed to have come from the earlier form 'frizzle,' which means to curl or to form small curls. This term was likely derived from the representation of hair behaving in a particular way when exposed to certain conditions. The etymology might also intersect with various dialects and usage in textiles, referring to the process of curling fibers or threads. Ultimately, 'frizz' has evolved to describe not just hair but also the textural qualities of other materials, although it is most commonly associated with hair care and styling. The negative connotation associated with frizz often relates to the challenges it poses in hair management, especially for those with naturally curly or wavy textures.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,081, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.