English Explanatory Dictionary

chignon

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A roll or twist of hair worn at the nape of the neck; a bun.
  2. A temporary swelling on a neonate's head after a ventouse-assisted delivery.

Pronunciation

/ʃɪnˈjɒn/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-chignon.wav

Word forms

chignon chignons

Etymology

Borrowed from French chignon circa 1780, when the hairstyle was in fashion.

Synonyms

bun cock-up

Derived words

chignoned
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