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quiff
1[ kwif ]
noun
, Slang.
, plural quiff, quiffs.
- a woman, especially one who is promiscuous.
quiff
2[ kwif ]
noun
, British.
- a lock or curl of hair brought forward over the forehead.
quiff
/ kwɪf /
noun
- a prominent tuft of hair, esp one brushed up above the forehead
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Word History and Origins
Origin of quiff1
First recorded in 1920–25; origin uncertain
Origin of quiff2
First recorded in 1885–90; origin uncertain
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Word History and Origins
Origin of quiff1
C19: of unknown origin
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Example Sentences
After posting the photo on Instagram the bright quiffs soon became a hit.
From BBC
Look, we know Paramount’s logo is a mighty mountaintop, but was the intent with Capt. Pike’s soaring gray quiff meant to be a brand shoutout?
From Los Angeles Times
“Go to hell!” shouted one protester wearing a fake knight’s helmet with a colorful quiff.
From Washington Times
All would make an effort to don their smartest suits and arrange their hair in a perfect quiff, but Praful was one step ahead.
From BBC
Irish pop duo Jedward have shaved off their famous blond quiffs to raise money for a cancer charity in memory of their late mother.
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