Perm Meaning

/pɝm/
B2

Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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nounClipping of permanent wave (“hairstyle”).

verbTo give hair a perm, using heat, chemicals etc.

Now I have curly hair, because I had a perm.
Don't make the perm too tight, please.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
She wanted her straight hair to become curly, so she got a ____ at the salon.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She decided to get a ____ to add curls to her naturally straight hair before the wedding.

Short for permanent.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
She wanted her straight hair to become curly, so she got a ____ at the salon.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She decided to get a ____ to add curls to her naturally straight hair before the wedding.

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