dreadlocks
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for dreadlocks, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Long ropes of hair formed by allowing strands to mat and twist together over time.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use dreadlocks
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Jamaican Creole, combining dread (linked to Rastafarian religious awe) and locks (tufts of hair).
Full origin of dreadlocks →Frequently asked questions
What does “dreadlocks” mean?
The word “dreadlocks” means long ropes of hair formed by allowing strands to mat and twist together over time. In plain terms, a hairstyle of long, matted, rope-like locks, closely associated with Rastafarian culture.
How do you pronounce “dreadlocks”?
“Dreadlocks” is pronounced DREHD-loks (/ˈdɹɛdˌlɑks/ in IPA).
How do you use “dreadlocks” in a sentence?
Here is “dreadlocks” used in a sentence: “He's worn his dreadlocks since university.”
What part of speech is “dreadlocks”?
“Dreadlocks” is a noun.