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Definition of detangler

detangler

/diːˈtæŋɡlɚ/
de · tan · gler
Plural:detanglers
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detangler Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A cosmetic spray, lotion, or hair conditioner formulated to lubricate hair strands so that knots and tangles can be combed out smoothly.

Example

"After washing her long hair, she sprayed on a leave-in detangler to make brushing painless."

2

A specialized hairbrush, wide-toothed comb, or mechanical device designed to separate knotted hair, fur, or fibers without pulling or breaking them.

Example

"The pet groomer used a flexible-bristle detangler to remove mats from the dog's thick coat."

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• Rhymes for detangler

• Nearby Words

detainee
detainment
detangle
detangler
detasseling
detax
detect

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Detangler. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/detangler
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