curling iron

noun

: a rod-shaped usually metal instrument which is heated and around which a lock of hair to be curled or waved is wound

Examples of curling iron in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This hairspray’s memory for shape meant a curling iron touch-up wasn’t necessary — gentle fluffing of her hair did the trick and maintained her look throughout the day. Genevieve Cepeda, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024 Subdivide the sections into 1-inch and curl your hair with an ¾ inch curling iron. Celeste Polanco, Essence, 20 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for curling iron 

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Word History

First Known Use

1616, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of curling iron was in 1616

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“Curling iron.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/curling%20iron. Accessed 1 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

curling iron

noun
: a rod-shaped device that is heated and used to curl hair
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