curly
adj. A2 Elementary Oxford US //ˈkɝɫi// UK //kˈɜːli// curly
adj. having a curved or twisted shape rather than being straight. You usually use this to describe hair that grows in loops or waves.
adj. formed into curves, spirals, or coils. Often used to describe hair texture or physical objects with a winding shape.
She has beautiful curly hair.
The little girl has bright red curly hair that bounces when she runs.
The old map was so dry that its edges had become curly and brittle, making it difficult to lay flat on the table.
From curl + -y.
Usage
Typically used as an attributive adjective before a noun, though it can follow a linking verb.