frizz
frizz Lexical Profile
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• noun
A mass of small, tight, unruly curls or tufts of hair that do not align smoothly with the surrounding strands, often caused by humidity or dryness.
"She applied a few drops of argan oil to her damp hair to tame the frizz before stepping out into the humid summer air."
• verb
To form into small, tight, wiry curls or tufts (of hair).
"My hair always begins to frizz the moment the weather turns damp and misty."
To fry or cook until crisp and curled, making a sputtering or sizzling sound.
"The chef let the thin ribbons of prosciutto frizz briefly in the hot skillet before garnishing the soup."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the late 16th century from Middle French friser ('to curl, crisp, or frizzle'), which is of uncertain ultimate origin, though possibly related to Old English frīcian ('to dance') or a West Germanic root meaning 'curly'.