noun
dreads
drehdz
Dreads (noun) means Short for dreadlocks. Example: “She just got her dreads redone at the salon.”
noun
1
Short for dreadlocks.
"She just got her dreads redone at the salon."
2
Informal term for a Rastafarian person.
"The dreads gathered on the beach for a drumming session."
How to use dreads
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCasual short form for dreadlocks, or informally, a Rastafarian.
When to use it
The "Rastafarian person" sense is informal and best used with cultural awareness.
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Etymology
A shortening of dreadlocks.
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What does “dreads” mean?
The word “dreads” means short for dreadlocks. In plain terms, casual short form for dreadlocks, or informally, a Rastafarian.
How do you pronounce “dreads”?
“Dreads” is pronounced drehdz (/dɹɛdz/ in IPA).
How do you use “dreads” in a sentence?
Here is “dreads” used in a sentence: “She just got her dreads redone at the salon.”
What part of speech is “dreads”?
“Dreads” is a noun.
How many meanings does “dreads” have?
“Dreads” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: short for dreadlocks.
