Hairgrip (Noun)
Meaning
A flat wire hairpin whose prongs press tightly together; used to hold bobbed hair in place; "in Britain they call a bobby pin a grip".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- She rummaged through her hair accessories, searching for a hairgrip to secure the loose strand.
- The stylist carefully slid a hairgrip into place to hold the model's sleek bob in position.
- The bobby pin, also known as a hairgrip, worked wonders in keeping her fine hair from falling out of place.
- The woman used several hairgrips to secure her hairstyle, making sure it stayed intact throughout the dance performance.
- To keep her side swept fringe in place, she used a small hairgrip that blended in with her hair colour.