barber

bar-ber · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A person whose occupation is cutting hair, especially men's hair, and shaving or trimming beards.

  2. 2.

    To cut or trim hair or beard.

Forms

plural: barbers

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    barber shop — A shop where barbers work.
  • •
    barber pole — The traditional striped pole outside a barber shop.
  • •
    barber's chair — The specialized chair used in barber shops.

Related words

See also: haircut, hairdresser, shave
Synonyms: hair stylist, hairdresser

Etymology

From Old French barbier, from Latin barba ("beard").