NYT Dictionary

BACKCOMB

/ˈbækkoʊm/
VerbNounBACK-combback-comb · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2022, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

To hold the hair and comb it towards the head, thus giving it a bushier look.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From back + comb.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

tease

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 4 recorded puzzles:

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