Blonde
/blɒnd/
Definitions
2 meaningsHaving pale yellow or golden hair.
/blɒnd/
Having light-colored hair
The blonde girl smiled brightly.
💡 Simply: Having light-colored hair.
More Examples
He admired her long, blonde tresses.
How It's Used
"She has beautiful blonde hair."
A person with blonde hair.
/blɒnd/
A person with blonde hair
Several blondes were sitting at the bar.
💡 Simply: Person with light-colored hair.
More Examples
The blonde was a striking figure.
How It's Used
"He's a real blonde."
From Old French *blonde, feminine of blond, from Frankish *blōnd, meaning 'yellow'. The word's usage has evolved, shifting from primarily describing hair color to encompass a broader sense of appearance and even personality.
Historically, 'blonde' was predominantly used to describe hair color, but in modern usage, it can carry connotations of a specific personality type, sometimes stereotypical.
Memory tip
Think of 'blond' as a shortened version, and the extra 'e' adds a feminine touch.
Word Origin
"yellow"