floppy hair

Loose, drooping strands

Hair that falls loosely and softly rather than standing up or holding a styled shape.

The term usually describes men's or boys' hair with enough length to drape over the forehead or ears: He brushed his floppy hair out of his eyes.

Often associated with a casual, youthful, or boyish appearance.

Related
  • bangsForehead-covering locks
  • shaggyLong, coarse, untidy
  • tousledDisordered, especially hair
  • mopFloor-washing implement
  • fringeOutermost edge or margin

swoopy · unkempt · bedhead · wispy · silky · boyish · curtains · side part · messy · soft · bouncy · beach waves · limp · windswept · disheveled · locks · strands · brushing

Opposites
hair texture and hold

floppy hairspiky hair

Stiff upward-pointing strands

mohawk · pompadour · bouffant · teased hair · flat top

styling and grooming

floppy hairhelmet hair

Compressed coiffure from headgear

pompadour · quiff

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G