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    Tresses (en. Braids)

    [tʁɛs]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A set of hair tied together.
    She braided her hair for her hairstyle.
    Elle a fait des tresses pour sa coiffure.
    A band of interwoven hair.
    African braids are very popular.
    Les tresses africaines sont très populaires.
    Long braided hair.
    He has braids that fall to his shoulders.
    Il a des tresses qui lui tombent jusqu'aux épaules.

    Etymology

    Of Latin origin, from the word 'trictus' meaning 'braided'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to braid
    To create braids in the hair.
    faire des tresses
    African braids
    Hairstyle characteristic of certain African cultures.
    tresses africaines
    to have braids
    To be styled with interwoven hair.
    avoir des tresses

    Related Words

    braid
    Hairstyle where the hair is interwoven into a single braid.
    natte
    hairstyle
    Style or arrangement of hair.
    coiffure
    hair
    Filaments protecting the head and scalp.
    cheveux

    Slang Meanings

    Messy braids
    Her braids were completely tousled after dancing.
    Ses tresses étaient complètement en vrac après la danse.
    Stylish braids
    She has stylish braids that attract attention.
    Elle a des tresses stylées qui attirent les regards.