haircut

[hair-kuht]

noun

1. an act or instance of cutting cut the hair.

2. the style in which the hair is cut and worn, especially men's hair.

haircut

/ ˈhɛəˌkʌt /

noun

1. the act or an instance of cutting the hair

2. the style in which hair has been cut

3. slang,  stock exchange a percentage of the value of an asset deducted to account for a possible fall in its value before it can be liquidated

Other Word Forms

• haircutter noun
• haircutting noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of haircut¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; hair + cut

Example Sentences

Tricoci Salon & Spa – I have big, curly hair, so I know a thing or two about haircuts.

From Salon

Just the other day, Gibson was getting a haircut when somebody walked up and handed him $300 for the wellness center.

From Los Angeles Times

Cartman eventually takes over, saying that he is the “master debater” and sporting a haircut similar to Kirk’s.

From Los Angeles Times

Judging by the photos his father provides, he dressed smartly, with a sharp haircut and an expectant smile.

From BBC

At the end of last week’s penultimate episode, Conrad boarded a plane to find Belly in the City of Love as viewers saw her getting a dramatic haircut, ready for a new beginning.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• crew cut 
• hairdo 
• hairstyle