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curly
adjective \ˈkər-lē\
: having curls
: formed into a round shape
curl·i·ercurl·i·est
Full Definition of CURLY
1
: tending to curl; also : having curls <curly hair>
2
: having the grain composed of fibers that undulate without crossing and that often form alternating light and dark lines <curly maple>
— curl·i·ness noun
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First Known Use of CURLY
1598
CURLY Defined for Kids
curly
adjective \ˈkər-lē\
curl·i·ercurl·i·est
Definition of CURLY for Kids
1
: having coils <curly hair>
2
: having a curved shape <a curly tail>
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