napoleon

/næpəˈlɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

A man’s hairstyle in which the hair on the top of the head is brushed up and back, often with a part in the middle.

“He asked for a trim to get the popular Napoleon haircut.”

2. proper noun

A French military leader and emperor (1769-1821) who conquered much of Europe and is considered one of the greatest military minds in history.

“Napoleon’s military tactics are still studied in schools today.”

3. noun

A type of pastry consisting of a round or oblong shell of flaky pastry dough, typically filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables.

“The Napoleon pastry was a hit at the dinner party.”

Synonyms

  • pompadour
  • quiff