Curl Definition & Meaning
curl
- noun
- a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals)
- American chemist who with Richard Smalley and Harold Kroto discovered fullerenes and opened a new branch of chemistry (born in 1933)
- a strand or cluster of hair
- verb
- form a curl, curve, or kink; "the cigar smoke curled up at the ceiling"
- shape one's body into a curl; "She curled farther down under the covers"; "She fell and drew in"
- wind around something in coils or loops
- twist or roll into coils or ringlets; "curl my hair, please"
- play the Scottish game of curling
"Curl" in song lyrics
See how curl is used in real songs:
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"Make her toes curl"
Afroman — Mississippi -
"So I bought me some khakis and a Gheri curl"
Afroman — Palmdale -
"I go out and buy some activator turn my fro into a jheri curl"
Afroman — Sell Your Dope
Words that rhyme with curl
Usage tips for "curl"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "curl" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for curl to find words that pair well.
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