Meaning of the word cowlick in English

What does cowlick mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cowlick

US /ˈkaʊ.lɪk/
UK /ˈkaʊ.lɪk/
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Noun

a tuft of hair that grows in a different direction from the rest of the hair and cannot be easily combed flat

Example:
He tried to flatten his stubborn cowlick, but it always sprang back up.
Her messy bun was made even more charming by a playful cowlick.