curl

/kˈɜːl/

/ˈkɝɫ/

[verb] [noun]

to curl

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to form or cause something to form a curved shape

synonyms : curve

kink

to form or shape hair into a series of loops or spirals using a curling iron, rollers, or other styling tools

synonyms : wave

to twist around something, forming a spiral shape

synonyms : coil

loop

antonyms : uncoil

shape one's body into a curl

synonyms : curl up

draw in

play the Scottish game of curling

Curl

[NOUN]

a piece or lock of hair that is curved

synonyms : lock

ringlet

whorl

something that resembles a spiral or coil

synonyms : coil

American chemist who with Richard Smalley and Harold Kroto discovered fullerenes and opened a new branch of chemistry (born in 1933)

synonyms : Robert Curl

Robert F. Curl

Robert Floyd Curl Jr.

Examples

1. The hairstylist used a round brush to create curls.

2. The hair dryer's diffuser helps enhance natural curls.

3. The little girl's face lit up with a big smile, showcasing her blond curls.

4. bicep curls?

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