sideburn
1 of 1noun/ˈsaɪdbɝn/
Forms:sideburns
1
a strip of facial hair that grows on the sides of the face, extending from the hairline to the area near the ears
- He trimmed his sideburn to keep it neat and tidy.
- The actor's long sideburns gave him a retro look.
- Sideburns became popular during the 19th century.
- He decided to grow sideburns as part of his new style.
- The barber asked if he wanted his sideburns shortened.
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