Definition

Describing hair that is styled in braids, curls, or ringlets.

Example

She wore her hair tressed in beautiful braids for the wedding.

Conversation

I love how your hair looks today; it's so beautifully tressed!

Thanks! I spent some extra time on it this morning.

It really suits you, especially with those curls.

Thanks! I think I'm getting better at styling my tressed hair.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tressed → It originates from the Old French word 'tresser', meaning to braid or weave. The word 'tressed' refers to hair that has been braided or woven together.

Memory Tip

Imagine hair that has been 'woven' together — that's what 'tressed' means.

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