split end
noun
1
: an offensive football end who lines up usually several yards to the side of the formation
2
: a hair tip that has become frayed (as from dryness)
—usually used in plural
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Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 1 Apr. 2025
Not only was my hair still there, but all of my split ends were gone.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Mar. 2025
The Gelly Type Strong Hold Gel is a great choice for adding shine, reducing frizz, repairing split ends thanks to proteins and amino acids, and boosting hydration.
—Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 12 Feb. 2025
This lightweight, silicone-free formula is all about strengthening hair bonds, smoothing out frizz and split ends, and delivering weightless hydration—thanks to citric acid and an 11% bonding care complex.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 16 Feb. 2025
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“Split end.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/split%20end. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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