Hairdresser

/ˈhɛərˌdrɛsər/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A person whose occupation is to cut, style, and arrange hair.
I made an appointment with my hairdresser for a trim and color.
A salon or establishment where hairdressing is done.
She works at a popular hairdresser in the downtown area.

Etymology

From hair + dresser, meaning a person who dresses or arranges hair.

Common Phrases and Expressions

hair of the dog:
A drink taken to relieve a hangover.
bad hair day:
A day when one's hair looks messy or unkempt.
let your hair down:
To relax and behave informally.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

The chop shop
I need to visit the chop shop for a trim.
Shear genius
My hair looks fantastic, thanks to my shear genius!