Word: Crimper
Part of Speech: Noun
Basic Definition: A "crimper" is a tool used to curl hair. It usually has a cylindrical shape where you wrap hair around it to create curls.
Usage Instructions: To use a crimper, you take a small section of hair, wrap it around the cylindrical part of the tool, and hold it for a few seconds to create a curl.
Example Sentence: "She used a crimper to give her hair beautiful, bouncy curls for the party."
Advanced Usage: In addition to its primary meaning related to hair styling, "crimper" can also refer to someone who tricks or forces men into joining the navy or army, often against their will. This usage is less common and mostly historical.
Example Sentence (Advanced Usage):"During the war, some men were taken by crimpers who would deceive them into enlisting."
Word Variants: - Crimp (verb): To create curls in hair using a crimper. - Crimping (noun): The act of curling hair with a crimper. - Crimped (adjective): Describes hair that has been curled using a crimper.
Different Meanings: 1. Hair Tool: A device used for curling hair. 2. Historical Usage: A person who coerces or tricks men into military service.
Synonyms: - For hair styling: Curling iron, curling wand. - For the historical meaning: Kidnapper, recruiter.
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:While "crimper" does not have specific idioms or phrasal verbs associated with it, the action of curling hair can be related to expressions about beauty or appearance, like "to get dolled up" (to dress up nicely).
Summary: A crimper is primarily a tool for curling hair but can also refer to someone who tricks men into military service.