moustache
Americannoun
noun
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the unshaved growth of hair on the upper lip, and sometimes down the sides of the mouth
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a similar growth of hair or bristles (in animals) or feathers (in birds)
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a mark like a moustache
Other Word Forms
- moustached adjective
Etymology
Origin of moustache
C16: via French from Italian mostaccio, ultimately from Doric Greek mustax upper lip
Example Sentences
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"History will hold them accountable," says the commander, who has a handle-bar moustache and wears a green fringed scarf around his neck.
From BBC
Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, was one of the US's most famous wrestling stars, known for his flowing blond hair and handlebar moustache.
From BBC
The solution to Australia's problem of replacing David Warner was sitting in plain sight with a mullet and bristly Australian moustache.
From BBC
Smith, moustache bristling, bravely taking on the terrifying West Indies pace attack or battling it out against the unrelenting Australians, was a familiar sight for England supporters for nearly a decade.
From BBC
Sporting a conquistador moustache and thighs as thick as a gaucho's steak, the culture shock was severe when the Argentina wing arrived at Harlequins.
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