dreadlocks

[dred-loks]

noun

(used with a plural verb)

1. a hairstyle, especially among Rastafarians, in which the hair is worn in long, ropelike locks.

dreadlocks

/ ˈdrɛdˌlɒks /

plural noun

1. hair worn in the Rastafarian style of long matted or tightly curled strands

Word History and Origins

Origin of dreadlocks¹

First recorded in 1955–60; dread + lock ² + -s ³

Example Sentences

This season, as one of Arisu’s clients, Kuina is practically glowing with joy and contentment in a chunky sweater and jeans, but still with her signature dreadlocks.

From Salon

He did the same in July, right before showing up at Ortega’s house, claiming he saw the man with dreadlocks break in.

From Los Angeles Times

The trailer saw the Mysterious Girl singer donning long dreadlocks and speaking in a Jamaican accent, which led to criticism from some viewers.

From BBC

The first major bathing day, Tuesday, will see ash-smeared naked Hindu holy men with matted dreadlocks, known as Naga sadhus, take a dip in the northern Indian city at dawn.

From BBC

Officials suspended Darryl George, 19, last August, saying his dreadlocks violated the dress code.

From BBC

Related Words

• braid 
• haircut 
• hairdo 
• headdress 
• ponytail