English Reference
Word noun

bangs

n.
US /ˈbæŋz/ UK /bˈæŋz/ bangs
Definition
  1. 01 B1 Intermediate American English

    hair that is cut so that it hangs down over your forehead.

    hair cut straight across the forehead, or a hairstyle featuring such hair. Usually plural in this sense.

    Simple

    “She decided to cut her bangs herself in the bathroom mirror.”

    In context

    “The stylist suggested that blunt bangs would complement her face shape better than a side-swept fringe.”

    Teacher's tip

    In British English, this is almost always called a 'fringe'. 'Bangs' is the standard term in American and Canadian English.

    Synonyms
    fringe
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Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
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