mullet
|mul-let|
B2
/ˈmʌlɪt/
dual-purpose
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mullet' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'mulet', where 'mulet' meant 'a type of fish'.
Historical Evolution
'mulet' transformed into the Middle English word 'molet', and eventually became the modern English word 'mullet'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a type of fish', but over time it also came to refer to a hairstyle.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a hairstyle in which the hair is short at the front and sides and long at the back.
He decided to cut his hair into a mullet.
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Noun 2
a type of fish found in both fresh and saltwater, known for its elongated body and forked tail.
The fisherman caught a large mullet in the river.
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Last updated: 2025/06/15 14:53