Meaning & Definition of word "Marcel"
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Marcel
/ˈmɑːrɪsɛl/
noun:
- 1. A hairstyle in which the hair is set in regular waves, especially using hot rollers or curling irons.
- Example: She decided to wear her hair in a marcel for the evening gala.
- 2. A type of permanent wave hairstyle popular in the early 20th century.
- Example: The marcel was a fashionable hairstyle among flappers in the 1920s.
verb:
- 1. To style hair in the manner of a marcel wave.
- Example: The stylist learned how to marcel her client's hair for a vintage look.
Etymology
Named after the French hairdresser Marcel Grateau, who invented the technique.
Common Phrases and Expressions
marcel wave:
A specific wave hairstyle created using the marcel method.
marcel iron:
A heated styling tool used to create marcel curls.
Related Words
curl:
To twist or wind hair into a spiral shape.
wave:
A smooth, flowing curve or undulation.
Slang Meanings of marcel
Meaning: To style one's hair in a retro or fancy way.
Example Sentence: I'm going to marcel my hair for the party!
Meaning: To impress someone with your hairstyle.
Example Sentence: He marceled his hair to look sharp for the date.