zoomer perm en · NOUN
Etymology
zoomer + perm, from the prevalence of this haircut among members of Generation Z, colloquially called zoomers.
Meanings
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(slang) A type of perm haircut popular among teens and young adults of Generation Z, consisting of shaded or faded sides, and much volume and length on the top.
The broccoli haircut, also known as the zoomer perm or bird’s nest cut, is similar to the indie-inspired looks of the 00s, featuring shaved or faded sides and a whole lot of volume and length on top.
2022 April 30, Jessica Lindsay, “The broccoli haircut: What is the men’s hair style and why is it so popular with Gen Z?”, in Metro Lifestyle:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| zoomer perms | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| Zoomer perm | alternative | lexicographic |