Pronunciation: [kˈɜːləz] (IPA) 
The word "curlers" is spelled with the /k/, /ɜːr/, and /l/ sounds followed by the plural marker /z/. The /k/ sound is represented by the letter "c" and the /ɜːr/ sound is represented by the letter combination "ur". The /l/ sound is represented by the letter "l". Finally, the plural marker /z/ is represented by the letter "s". In phonetic transcription, this word is written as /ˈkɜːrlərz/.
Curlers, noun plural, refer to small cylindrical tools or devices that are widely used in hair styling to create temporary curls or waves in the hair. Typically made of various materials like plastic, foam, metal, or ceramic, curlers are available in different sizes and shapes to accommodate different curling techniques and desired curl outcomes.
The primary purpose of curlers is to shape the hair by altering its natural straight or flat appearance. These devices work by wrapping or rolling sections of damp or dry hair around them and securing them in place, allowing heat or time to shape the hair into curls. Curlers are often used in conjunction with heat-styling tools like hair dryers or hair rollers, which can accelerate the curling process.
Curlers are commonly used by both professional hairstylists and individuals at home to achieve a variety of curly or wavy hairstyles. From loose curls to tight ringlets, curlers offer versatility in creating different curl patterns and adding volume or body to the hair. They can also be used for setting the hair after styling to maintain the desired curls throughout the day.
In addition to their hair-styling function, curlers can also be considered as a nostalgic fashion accessory. Often depicted visually with people wearing them in movies or cartoons, curlers have become an icon associated with hairstyling or beauty routines, particularly for women.
Players at the game of curling.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "curlers" is derived from the verb "curl", which originated from Middle English "curle" or "crulle". It can be traced back to the Old English word "cyrlian" or "crullian", meaning "to curl the hair". The term "curlers" specifically refers to the devices or tools used to curl or shape the hair, typically found in the form of cylindrical, heat-retaining rollers or rods.
