Word Noun
redhead
n.
countable
B1 Intermediate US /ˈɹɛdˌhɛd/ UK /ɹˈɛdhɛd/ red·head UK spelling redheads
Definition
n.a person who has natural red hair. It is a common way to describe someone's appearance based on their hair color.
n.a person with naturally red hair. Often informal in tone; occasionally used as a modifier before another noun.
Examples
“My sister is the only redhead in our family.”
“The director is specifically looking for a redhead to play the lead role in the new period drama.”
“While the script didn't specify hair color, the casting of a redhead provided a striking visual contrast against the dark, moody sets of the film's opening act.”
Usage
Can be used as a noun or as a modifier in phrases like 'redhead actress'.
Etymology
Bahuvrihi compound of red + head.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
Updated