marcel
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Noun — A hairstyle of deep, uniform waves created with a heated curling iron, popular in the early 20th century.
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Etymology
Named after the technique's association with the French name Marcel, though accounts differ on exactly who invented it.
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What does “marcel” mean?
The word “marcel” means a hairstyle of deep, uniform waves created with a heated curling iron, popular in the early 20th century. In plain terms, a vintage waved hairstyle made with a curling iron, or the act of creating it.
How do you pronounce “marcel”?
“Marcel” is pronounced mah-SEHL (/mɑː(ɹ)ˈsɛl/ in IPA).
How do you use “marcel” in a sentence?
Here is “marcel” used in a sentence: “Photos from the 1920s often show women with a fashionable marcel.”
What part of speech is “marcel”?
Depending on how it is used, “marcel” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “marcel” come from?
The word “marcel” comes from French. Named after the technique's association with the French name Marcel, though accounts differ on exactly who invented it.
Is “marcel” a common word?
“Marcel” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “marcel” have?
“Marcel” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a hairstyle of deep, uniform waves created with a heated curling iron, popular in the early 20th century.