Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vandyke
noun
/ˈvæn.dɪ.keɪ/
Definition
A type of triangular beard that is tapered at the sides and often pointed at the chin.
Examples
- He decided to grow a vandyke for the upcoming costume party.
- The actor sported a classic vandyke in his latest film role.
- In the portrait, the gentleman exhibits a stylish vandyke that complements his features.
Meaning
Vandyke can refer to a specific style of facial hair, characterized by a combination of a pointed goatee and a mustache, named after the 17th-century painter Anthony van Dyck, who popularized it.
Synonyms
- goatee
- chin beard
- van dyke beard
