curling iron

or curling irons

noun

1. a rod, usually of metal, used when heated for curling the hair, which is twined around it.

Word History and Origins

Origin of curling iron¹

First recorded in 1625–35

Example Sentences

The Beachwaver, a rotating curling iron that will curl your hair in minutes.

From Los Angeles Times

Another young woman in the 587th, who’d been a hairdresser before the war, used a metal rod for cleaning guns as a curling iron.

From Literature

Another reason a new generation is choosing rollers over traditional curling irons is that they’re more healthy for hair, whether you choose hot rollers or Velcro options.

From New York Times

Recently, a man entered her salon and wanted to sell her a curling iron.

From Washington Post

Dear Heloise: I have to travel a lot in my job, so after I use a curling iron on my hair, I set it on an air conditioner in my room.

From Washington Post