macassar

/məˈkæsɑr/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of oil extracted from the nut of the macassar tree, or a hair dressing made from it.

“The old-fashioned hair dressing contained macassar oil, giving it a distinct scent.”

Synonyms

  • hair oil
  • pomade

Antonyms

  • hair gel
  • hairspray