skinhead

/ˈskɪnhɛd/

Definitions

1. noun

A person, typically a young white person, who follows a style of music, fashion, and ideology associated with a radical right-wing or far-right subculture.

“The police were monitoring a group of skinheads who were causing trouble at the rally.”

2. verb

To shave the head, especially as a fashion statement or as part of a ritual.

“He skinheaded for his first day at the new job.”

Synonyms

  • neo-Nazi
  • white power extremist

Antonyms

  • liberal
  • progressive