English Explanatory Dictionary

curler

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. One of a set of small cylindrical tubes used to curl hair.
  2. A sportsman who plays curling.
  3. A pass or a shot of the ball which swerves.
  4. A wave which breaks with a barrel

Pronunciation

/ˈkɜː(ɹ)lə(ɹ)/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-curler.wav

Word forms

curler curlers

Etymology

From curl + -er.

Synonyms

hair roller

Derived words

amen curler butter curler curlered eyelash curler hair curler hot curler lash curler
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