Cowlick

usgb/ˈkaʊlɪk/
noun

A lock of hair that grows in a direction different from the rest and that resists being combed flat.

He has a cute little cowlick at the back of his head.
Visual representation of "cowlick" - A lock of hair that grows in a direction different from the rest and that resists being combed flat.

Often appears as...

  • has a cowlick
  • stubborn cowlick
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Not Negative

Cowlick is a neutral term describing hair behavior, not something bad or good.

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Noticing his cowlick, he smiled; it added character to his hairstyle.
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Common Occurrence

A cowlick is a common feature; many people have at least one, usually at the crown.

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Her bangs fell perfectly except for a small cowlick at the forehead.
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Offers Personality

Cowlicks can give hairstyles uniqueness and personal flair.

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The barber styled his cowlick into a quirky feature of his new haircut.
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