Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

red-headed

Adjective
/ˌrɛdˈhɛdɪd/
Definition
Having hair that is a red color, ranging from bright copper to deep auburn.
Examples
  • She had striking red-headed locks that caught everyone’s attention.
  • The famous character, Anne of Green Gables, is known for her red-headed appearance.
  • Red-headed people often have fair skin and freckles.
Meaning
The term ‘red-headed’ is commonly used to describe individuals whose hair is predominantly red in color.
Synonyms
  • Ginger-haired
  • Reddish-haired
  • Copper-haired