coiffure
|coif-fure|
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/kwɑːˈfjʊr/
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/kwɒˈfjʊə/
hair arrangement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'coiffure' originates from French, specifically the word 'coiffer,' where 'coif' meant 'to arrange the hair.'
Historical Evolution
'coiffer' transformed into the French word 'coiffure,' and eventually became the modern English word 'coiffure' through borrowing.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to arrange the hair,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a hairstyle.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/06/25 03:15
