Definition

A hair accessory consisting of an elastic cord covered in colorful fabric, used to tie hair into a ponytail or bun. Scrunchies became especially popular in the 1980s and have experienced periodic revivals as a fashion trend.

Example Usage

She pulled her hair back with a neon scrunchie, channeling the 80s aesthetic.

Origin

A portmanteau of 'scrunch' and '-ie' (diminutive suffix), coined in the 1980s when the product was invented and patented.

Fun Fact

Scrunchies were originally invented to prevent hair damage compared to metal hair clips, though they can also cause damage if worn too tightly.

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