Definition

1. Noun:
   • A female hairdresser: A woman whose occupation is to cut, style, color, or otherwise arrange hair, typically for a female clientele.

Usage and Examples

• Noun:
  • She visited her favorite coiffeuse for a trim before the wedding.
  • The salon employs three skilled coiffeuses who specialize in vintage hairstyles.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used in contexts emphasizing a high level of skill, fashion, or a professional salon setting, particularly in European English.
  • The renowned coiffeuse was booked months in advance by her exclusive clientele.

Variants and Related Words

• Coiffeur (noun): A male hairdresser.
  • He is a celebrated coiffeur in Paris.
• Coiffure (noun): A hairstyle or the act of styling hair.
  • Her elegant coiffure was the work of a master.

Synonyms

• Hairdresser: A general term for a person who cuts and styles hair.
• Stylist: Often implies a focus on current trends and creative styling.

Notes on Meaning

• The word "coiffeuse" is borrowed from French and retains a connotation of sophistication or specialization, often more specific than the general term "hairdresser." It explicitly denotes a female practitioner.

Noun

1. a woman hairdresser