Definition

Noun: A very short haircut for men, where the hair on the top of the head is cut short and evenly, often standing upright, while the sides and back are cut even shorter or shaved.

Usage

A "crew cut" is a specific, classic style of short haircut. It is typically associated with a neat, practical, and masculine appearance. The term originates from its popularity among rowing crews and military personnel.

Examples

• He got a crew cut for the summer because it's easy to maintain.
• The military academy requires all cadets to have a crew cut.
• His crew cut made him look very tidy and professional.

Advanced Usage

• "to have a crew cut": to wear one's hair in this specific style.
  • He has had a crew cut since he was in the army.
• "to get a crew cut": to have one's hair cut into this style.
  • I'm going to the barber to get a crew cut.

Variants and Related Words

• Buzz cut (n): An even shorter haircut, often achieved with electric clippers without a guard, leaving a uniform, very short length all over the head. A crew cut is often slightly longer on top than a typical buzz cut.
• Flat top (n): A variation of a short haircut where the hair on top is cut flat and level, forming a square shape, unlike the rounded top of a traditional crew cut.

Synonyms

• Short back and sides (n, phrase): A general term for a short, neat haircut, though not as specifically defined as a crew cut.
• Buzz cut (n): (See Variants and Related Words).

Antonyms

• Long hair (n, phrase): Hair that is grown to a significant length.
• Shag (n): A long, layered, and often untidy hairstyle.

Noun

1. a closely cropped haircut; usually for men