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hairdressing

[ hair-dres-ing ]
/ ˈhɛərˌdrɛs ɪŋ /
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noun

the act or process of cutting, combing out, doing up, or styling hair.
the vocation or occupation of a hairdresser.
a style of arranging the hair; hairdo; coiffure.
a preparation, as tonic, oil, pomade, or the like, applied to the hair for increased manageability.

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Origin of hairdressing

First recorded in 1765–75; hair + dressing

Words nearby hairdressing

haircoloring, haircut, hair disk, hairdo, hairdresser, hairdressing, hairdryer, hairdryer treatment, haired, hair follicle, hair gel
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Words related to hairdressing

hairstyle, haircut, do

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