Kinky

usgb/ˈkɪŋki/
adjective

Having many twists, bends or curls.

She has naturally kinky hair.
Visual representation of "kinky" - Having many twists, bends or curls

Often appears as...

  • kinky hair
  • kinky wire
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Hair Texture

Describes a very curly hair type, often associated with African or Afro-Caribbean ancestry.

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Her kinky hair formed perfect tight spirals.
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Nonlinear Shape

Used to indicate something is not straight and has complex bends or kinks.

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I struggled to pass the wire through the hole because it was too kinky.
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Humorously Problematic

Sometimes used humorously to mean problematic or difficult to deal with.

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This garden hose is getting too kinky to use effectively.
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