bluebeard

/ˈbluːbeɑrd/

Definitions

1. noun

A man with a long beard, typically blue in color.

“The medieval knight was known as Bluebeard, a fearsome warrior with a blue-dyed beard.”

2. proper noun

The name of a historical figure, particularly a French nobleman Pierre le Chandelier, and a fictional character in French folklore, known for having a blue beard.

“The legend of Bluebeard has been retold in various adaptations, including Charles Perrault’s 1697 fairy tale.”

3. adjective

Describing something as resembling a person with a blue beard.

“The artist’s new sculpture, Bluebeard, features a figure with a long blue beard.”

4. verb

To style one’s beard with blue dye.

“He decided to bluebeard for the costume party.”

Synonyms

  • bearded man
  • man with a beard

Antonyms

  • bald
  • shaven