frizz

1 of 3

verb (1)

frizzed; frizzing; frizzes

transitive verb

: to form into small tight curls

intransitive verb

of hair : to form a mass of tight curls

frizz

2 of 3

noun

1
: a tight curl
2
: hair that is tightly curled

frizz

3 of 3

verb (2)

frizzed; frizzing; frizzes

transitive verb

: to fry or sear with a sizzling noise

Examples of frizz in a Sentence

Noun She used gel on her hair to control the frizz. a photograph of a 1920s flapper with that trademark frizz on the forehead
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Verb
Once your style is set, a little crème is also good for refreshing those errant curls that frizz up unexpectedly. Erin Parker, Allure, 16 Oct. 2024 This serum forms a seal on each strand to prevent humidity from penetrating, which ultimately keeps hair from frizzing. Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 15 Oct. 2024
Noun
Its ionic technology keeps frizz at bay, giving hair that sleek, polished look. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 2 Nov. 2024 One to three drops of this potent salve is all that’s needed to smooth out frizz and flyaways while increasing shine. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for frizz 

Word History

Etymology

Verb (1)

French friser

Verb (2)

alteration of fry entry 1

First Known Use

Verb (1)

1660, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Noun

1668, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb (2)

1835, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Time Traveler
The first known use of frizz was in 1660

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Cite this Entry

“Frizz.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/frizz. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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