perm
Perm (noun) means a hairstyle created by chemically treating hair to make it curly. Example: “She got a perm before the wedding to add volume to her hair.”
How to use perm
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA long-lasting curly hairstyle, or the act of creating one chemically.
Word forms
permed past tense, perms plural, perms plural, perms singular
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She got a _____ before the wedding to add volume to her hair.
Etymology
A shortening of "permanent," since the curls were meant to last.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for perm
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What does “perm” mean?
The word “perm” means a hairstyle created by chemically treating hair to make it curly. In plain terms, a long-lasting curly hairstyle, or the act of creating one chemically.
How do you pronounce “perm”?
“Perm” is pronounced purm (/pɝm/ in IPA).
How do you use “perm” in a sentence?
Here is “perm” used in a sentence: “She got a perm before the wedding to add volume to her hair.”
What part of speech is “perm”?
Depending on how it is used, “perm” can be a noun and a verb.
Is “perm” a common word?
“Perm” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “perm” have?
“Perm” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a hairstyle created by chemically treating hair to make it curly.