Chignon
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ʃɪnˈjɒn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Chignon is a noun meaning A roll or twist of hair worn at the nape of the neck; a bun.
Meaning
A roll or twist of hair worn at the nape of the neck; a bun.
More Meanings
- (medicine) A temporary swelling on a neonate's head after a ventouse-assisted delivery.
Example Sentences
The chignon cannot be confounded with other artificialities which ladies put on and off.
Madame du Barry could not merely be credited with inventing the chignons which bear her name.
If I close my eyes I can see Marie today as I saw her then. Round, rosy face, snub nose, dark hair piled up in a chignon.
The physician should evaluate for a history of tight ponytails, buns, chignons, braids, twists, weaves, cornrows, dreadlocks, sisterlocks, and hair wefts in addition to the usage of religious hair coverings.
Word Forms
- chignons
Synonyms for chignon
Depending on context, synonyms include bun, cock-up.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include trick, scrunchie, neckerchief, tignon, bunnet, topknot.
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