Chevelures (en. Hair)

ʃə.və.luʁ

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
The set of hair on the head.
Her golden hair shone under the sun.
Ses chevelures dorées brillaient sous le soleil.
Variety or style of hair.
She often wears curly hair.
Elle porte souvent des chevelures bouclées.
Condition or appearance of the hair.
This hair needs good care.
Cette chevelure a besoin d'un bon soin.

Etymology

From Old French 'chevelure', derived from 'cheveu'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be in disarray
To be in a disordered state.
être en chevelure
to have beautiful hair
To have healthy and well-styled hair.
avoir une belle chevelure
to get a new haircut
To give oneself a new haircut.
se couper les chevelures

Related Words

hair
A single strand of hair.
cheveu
hairstyle
The art of styling hair.
coiffure
wig
Artificial hair worn on the head.
perruque

Slang Meanings

Rebellious hair
His hair is messy this morning.
Il a des chevelures en bataille ce matin.
Neglected hair
She has wild hair.
Elle a des chevelures de sauvage.
Windblown hair
With this wind, my hair is acting up.
Avec ce vent, mes chevelures font des siennes.