NYT Dictionary

HAIRCUT

/ˈhɛə(ɹ)kʌt/
NounVerbHAIR-cuthair-cut · 2 syllablesGrade 3

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

Meaning

The act of cutting of the hair, often done professionally by a barber, hair stylist, or beautician.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From hair + cut.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

hairdohairstylemargincoifheaddressnaturalpermanentprocesswave

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles, including a pangram:

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