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Perm Definition & Meaning

perm
noun
  1. a city in the European part of Russia
  2. a series of waves in the hair made by applying heat and chemicals
verb
  1. give a permanent wave to; "She perms her hair"

"Perm" in song lyrics

See how perm is used in real songs:

  • "Now you got rug burns, and sweatin' out your perm"
    AMG f/ DJ Quik — Soak Me Baby
  • "I'ma shake my perm, shake my perm"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto f/ The Jacka — Monday Like a Friday
  • "You sweet wearing sequins stroking a perm"
    Army of the Pharaohs — King Among Kings

Words that rhyme with perm

Usage tips for "perm"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "perm" 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 perm to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does perm mean?
a city in the European part of Russia a series of waves in the hair made by applying heat and chemicals give a permanent wave to; "She perms her hair"
What part of speech is perm?
Perm is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does perm have?
Perm has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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