noun Uncommon

Brutus

BROO-tuhs

Brutus (noun) means a men's hairstyle, brushed forward or back from the forehead, popular during the French Revolution when styling oneself after ancient Romans was fashionable. Example: “The actor wore a brutus for his role as a Roman senator.”

noun

A men's hairstyle, brushed forward or back from the forehead, popular during the French Revolution when styling oneself after ancient Romans was fashionable.

"The actor wore a brutus for his role as a Roman senator."

How to Use Brutus

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA Roman-inspired haircut, mostly known today from history rather than everyday use.

Word Forms

Brutuses plural

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Etymology

Named after the Roman Brutus, a name associated with the classical Roman look the hairstyle imitated.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Brutus” mean?

The word “Brutus” means a men's hairstyle, brushed forward or back from the forehead, popular during the French Revolution when styling oneself after ancient Romans was fashionable. In plain terms, a Roman-inspired haircut, mostly known today from history rather than everyday use.

How do you pronounce “Brutus”?

“Brutus” is pronounced BROO-tuhs (/ˈbɹutəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Brutus” in a sentence?

Here is “Brutus” used in a sentence: “The actor wore a brutus for his role as a Roman senator.”

What part of speech is “Brutus”?

“Brutus” is a noun.

Is “Brutus” a common word?

“Brutus” is an uncommon word in modern English.