noun
dreadlocks
DREHD-loks
Dreadlocks (noun) means Long ropes of hair formed by allowing strands to mat and twist together over time. Example: “He's worn his dreadlocks since university.”
noun
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Long ropes of hair formed by allowing strands to mat and twist together over time.
"He's worn his dreadlocks since university."
How to use dreadlocks
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA hairstyle of long, matted, rope-like locks, closely associated with Rastafarian culture.
Common pairings
grow dreadlocks
wear dreadlocks
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- dreadlock
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Etymology
From Jamaican Creole, combining dread (linked to Rastafarian religious awe) and locks (tufts of hair).
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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.
