Definition

The profession or activity of cutting and styling hair, especially for men.

Example

He decided to pursue barbering as a career after finishing school.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about barbering as a career?

I never really considered it, but it could be interesting.

Yeah, I heard it’s a skill that’s always in demand.

True, plus you get to meet a lot of people every day!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Barbering → It is formed from "barber" (from Old French *barbier*, meaning one who shaves or trims hair) and "-ing" (a suffix indicating the action or process of). The word "barbering" refers to the act or process of cutting or styling hair by a barber.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'barber' as someone who trims hair, and the '-ing' shows that it's the action of doing that. So, barbering is the action of cutting or styling hair.

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