Meaning of the word perm in English

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

perm

US /pɝːm/
UK /pɜːm/
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Noun

a chemical treatment that makes hair curly or wavy

Example:
She decided to get a perm for her straight hair.
The perm lasted for several months.

Verb

to treat hair with chemicals to make it curly or wavy

Example:
She decided to perm her hair for the party.
The stylist will perm your hair tomorrow.