Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
croppy
Adjective
/ˈkrɒpi/
Definition
A term used to describe someone with short hair, particularly in the context of the Irish Rebellion of 1798 when rebels had their hair cut short to signify their allegiance.
Examples
- The croppy hairstyle was a symbol of defiance during the rebellion.
- After deciding to go for a croppy cut, she felt a sense of liberation.
- He chose a croppy look for the summer, finding it cooler and more comfortable.
Meaning
Relating to or having very short hair, especially referring to the style associated with supporters of the Irish revolutionary movement.
Synonyms
- Short-haired
- Trimmed
- Crop
