Definition

A small section of hair that is tangled or knotted, often thought to be caused by magical creatures like elves.

Example

After a long day of playing outside, the child's hair was full of elflocks.

Conversation

Have you ever seen an elflock in someone's hair?

I don't think so! What does it look like?

It's usually a messy lock that looks like it was tangled by elves.

That sounds interesting! I might start calling my bad hair days an elflock.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Elfock is derived from the Old English "ælf" (meaning elf) and "locc" (meaning lock of hair). The word "elflock" refers to a lock of hair that is tangled or matted, often associated with the mythical elves who were believed to play tricks on people, causing their hair to become disheveled.

Memory Tip

Imagine elves causing mischief with your hair, tangling it into a messy 'lock' — that's why 'elflock' refers to a tangled lock of hair.

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