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tonsorial

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /tɒnˈsɔːrɪəl/

KK: /tɑnˈsɔrɪəl/

adjective
Definition

This word describes anything that is connected to the work or profession of a barber.


Example

He visited the tonsorial shop to get a haircut and shave.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you seen that new tonsorial shop that opened downtown?
Sloth B
Yeah, I passed by it the other day, it looks really stylish.
Sloth A
I heard the barbers there are really skilled and know all the latest trends.
Sloth B
Totally! I think I might go there for my next haircut.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
barbering
hairdressing
grooming
Antonyms
ungroomed
unshorn
untrimmed
Root Explanation

Tonsorial → It is derived from "tonso" (from Latin *tondere*, meaning to cut or shear) and the suffix "-ial" (meaning relating to). The word "tonsorial" refers to anything related to cutting hair, particularly in the context of barbers or hairdressers.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cutting' ('tondere') hair when you hear 'tonsorial' — it relates to the profession of barbers.

Visually Confused Words
sponsorial
consortial
rosorial
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