First Known Use: 1901
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barrette
noun bar·rette \bä-ˈret, bə-\
: a decorative clip or bar that is used to hold a girl's or woman's hair in place
Full Definition of BARRETTE
: a clip or bar for holding hair in place
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Origin of BARRETTE
French, diminutive of barre bar
Rhymes with BARRETTE
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BARRETTE Defined for Kids
barrette
noun bar·rette \bä-ˈret, bə-\
Definition of BARRETTE for Kids
: a clasp or bar used to hold hair in place
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