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Sideburns Meaning in English

word

ˈsaɪd.bɜː(ɹ)nz
SYDE-burnz
sˈaɪdbɜːnz
SYDE-burnz

Definición

Hair that grows down the sides of a man's face, in front of the ears. Often a style choice, and can be of different lengths or shapes.

Uso & Matices

Usually refers to men's facial hair; always plural ('sideburns,' never 'sideburn'). Common with 'grow,' 'trim,' 'shave off,' and 'thick/bushy.' Can imply a retro or stylish look. Related but not the same as 'beard.'

Oraciones de Ejemplo

He has thick sideburns on both sides of his face.

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My brother wants to grow sideburns like a movie star.

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The barber trimmed his sideburns shorter.

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Elvis Presley was famous for his iconic sideburns.

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I accidentally shaved off one of my sideburns!

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His sideburns make him look a bit retro, but he loves the style.

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