What is another word for barrette?

Pronunciation: [baɹˈɛt] (IPA)

Barrettes are often used to secure hair to stay in place. There are several different names for barrettes, depending on the style and the country you are in. Some common synonyms for the word "barrette" include hairpin, slide, clip, grip, fastener, and bar. These hair accessories come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and colors. Some barrettes may also have embellishments like rhinestones or ribbons. While they can be used for practical purposes, they can also add a stylish touch to any hairdo. Whether you prefer a classic look or something more trendy, there is a barrette to suit your style.

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    • Proper noun, singular
      bar.

What are the hypernyms for Barrette?

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What are the hyponyms for Barrette?

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  • hyponyms for barrette (as nouns)

    • artifact
      pin.

Usage examples for Barrette

She no longer wore her hair in its great avalanche of curls down her back; they were caught in now with an amber barrette.
"Star-Dust A Story of an American Girl"
Fannie Hurst
First he'd swing her round with her head bent back until her barrette almost scraped the floor; then he'd yank her up, toss her in the air, and let her trickle graceful down his shirt front, like he was a human stair rail.
"Shorty McCabe on the Job"
Sewell Ford
His hair streamed on the air in wild disorder; a deep shade was thrown over his face by the drooping plumes of his barrette, from which the rain was flowing.
"The-Bravo-of-Venice-a-romance"
Lewis, M. G. (Matthew Gregory)

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