C1 noun #14,316 most common

chignon

UK /ʃɪnˈjɒn/ | US /ʃɪnˈjɒn/

A roll or twist of hair worn at the nape of the neck; a bun.

chignon in 30 Seconds

  • (noun) A roll or twist of hair worn at the nape of the neck; a bun.
  • (noun) A temporary swelling on a neonate's head after a ventouse-assisted delivery.

Meanings

  1. 1
    noun A roll or twist of hair worn at the nape of the neck; a bun.
  2. 2
    noun A temporary swelling on a neonate's head after a ventouse-assisted delivery.

Synonyms

bun cock-up
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