Definitions

1. noun

a type of short, curved haircut for men, typically worn with pomade or hair gel

“He sported a stylish marcel and a pair of sunglasses to the party.”

2. noun

a type of curling iron or hot comb used to achieve the marcel hairstyle

“She used her grandmother’s vintage marcel to style her hair for the wedding.”

3. verb

to style or arrange one’s hair in a marcel style

“He marceled his hair for the formal event, but his sister preferred to wear it straight.”

4. verb

to style or arrange something, especially hair, using a marcel or similar tool

“She marcelled her hair before the photoshoot, using a combination of heat tools and styling products.”