coiffing Meaning & Definition
ˈkȯif
What Does Coiffing Mean?
Coiffing is a verb that means to cover or dress with or as if with a coif. It is also used to mean to arrange (hair) by brushing, combing, or curling.
Coiffing in Brief
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈkȯif/ |
| Syllables | 1 |
Coiffing Definition (Verb)
- to cover or dress with or as if with a coif
- to arrange (hair) by brushing, combing, or curling
Her long blonde hair was nicely coifed.
Synonyms of Coiffing
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Coiffing synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Coiffing
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Coiffing in a Sentence
Her long blonde hair was nicely coifed.
Word Forms & Grammar
coiffed
coifed
coif·fing
coif·ing
coif
coiffing
coifing
coifs
Origin of Coiffing
Middle English coifen, derivative of coife coif:1
First Known Use
15th century
How Do You Say Coiffing?
The standard pronunciation of coiffing is /ˈkȯif/, spoken in 1 syllable.