What does BANGS mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun, Verb

Definitions:

Noun: hair that hangs over the forehead, typically cut in a straight line.
Verb: strike or put down (something) forcefully and noisily.

Pronunciations:

US: /bæŋz/
UK: /bæŋz/

Origin and Usage:

The noun "bangs" originated in the United States in the 1870s and refers to the hairstyle where the hair is cut straight across the forehead. The verb "bangs" comes from the Old Norse word "banga," meaning "to pound" or "to hammer." It has been used since the 16th century to describe the sound of a loud noise or a sudden impact. The noun and verb forms of "bangs" are commonly used in both American and British English.

Synonyms:

Noun: Fringe, Forelock
Verb: Hit, Strike, Slam

Related Words:

Bangs is a 5 letter word, but there are no other 5 letter words that are closely related to it.

Example Sentences:

Noun: She had long, straight bangs that covered her eyebrows.
Verb: He banged his fist on the table to get everyones attention.