nair

/neɪr/

Definitions

1. noun

a person from Nair, a region in India; or a member of the Nair caste in India

“The Nair community has a rich cultural heritage in southern India.”

2. noun

a type of oil or cream used in traditional Indian hair care and beauty treatments

“She applied a layer of coconut nair to her hair for a nourishing treatment.”

3. verb

to apply oil or cream to one’s hair

“She nair her hair every week to keep it moisturized and healthy.”

Synonyms

  • anointing
  • creaming
  • oiling

Antonyms

  • cleansing
  • stripping