backcomb

noun

Meaning

The hairstyle produced by backcombing.
A decorative comb worn as an ornament and to secure a hairstyle.
To hold hair and comb it towards the head, thus giving it a bushier look; tease.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

comb(English)kemb(English)bingle(English)becurl(English)comb one's hair(English)coif(English)rebush(English)combobulate(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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