bandoline
Definition
Noun: - A sticky preparation used for dressing hair: "bandoline" refers to a type of gum or paste, historically applied to hair (especially the hair of the eyebrows, moustache, or beard) to hold it in place or give it a smooth, glossy appearance.
Usage Examples
- (Using the sticky gum to style facial hair.)
- (Historical context of the product.)
Advanced Usage
- "to use bandoline": to employ this specific hair product for grooming.
- The barber recommended bandoline for keeping the sideburns in place during the performance. (Professional use for styling.)
Variants and Related Words
- Bandoline (noun, uncountable): The substance itself; no common derivatives exist, but it may appear as a brand name or in historical texts.
Synonyms
- Hair gum: a general term for sticky hair products.
- Pomade: a similar greasy or waxy substance used for styling hair (though pomade is oil-based, while bandoline is gum-based).
- Hair wax: a modern equivalent for holding hair in place.
Related Idioms
- No common idioms are associated with "bandoline" due to its specialized, historical use.