backcomb

B b

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- /bˈækkoʊm/
- /bˈakkəʊm/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- /bˈækkoʊm/

Definitions of backcomb word

verb backcomb to comb the under layers of (the hair) towards the roots to give more bulk to a hairstyle 3
noun backcomb To hold the hair away from the head and comb it towards the head, thus giving it a thicker look. 1

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Parts of speech for Backcomb

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backcomb popularity

This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

According to our data about 53% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for backcomb

verb backcomb

brush — A brush is an object which has a large number of bristles or hairs fixed to it. You use brushes for painting, for cleaning things, and for tidying your hair.
comb — A comb is a flat piece of plastic or metal with narrow pointed teeth along one side, which you use to tidy your hair.
tease — to irritate or provoke with persistent petty distractions, trifling raillery, or other annoyance, often in sport.
style — a particular kind, sort, or type, as with reference to form, appearance, or character: the baroque style; The style of the house was too austere for their liking.
coif — a close-fitting cap worn under a veil, worn in the Middle Ages by many women but now only by nuns

All 7 Synonyms of backcomb