crimper

Other forms: crimpers

Definitions of crimper
  1. noun
    a mechanical device consisting of a cylindrical tube around which the hair is wound to curl it
    synonyms: curler, hair curler, roller
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    type of:
    mechanical device
    mechanism consisting of a device that works on mechanical principles
  2. noun
    someone who tricks or coerces men into service as sailors or soldiers
    synonyms: crimp
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    type of:
    abductor, kidnaper, kidnapper, snatcher
    someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom)
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