1
: a section of hair which is braided usually flat to the scalp
2
: a hairstyle in which the hair is divided into cornrow sections arranged in rows
cornrow
verb
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Hair is braided into cornrows, and extensions are sewn in.
Micro-Link Extensions: Small beads attach hair strands to natural hair without glue or heat.
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Allure, 24 Feb. 2025
The group’s July 2023 report highlighted several issues at Marcy, including Black inmates being turned away from the mess hall for wearing their hair in cornrows or braids.
—Thomas C. Zambito, USA TODAY, 17 Feb. 2025
Box Braids & Protective Styles Box braids, cornrows, and other protective styles have been staples in Black hair culture for centuries, symbolizing heritage and resilience.
—Lyric Christian, Essence, 16 Jan. 2025
What emerged, were inspired styling choices like wet-look bobs, buttons sewn into cornrows, and the return of the spiky messy bun.
—Angela Law, refinery29.com, 5 June 2024
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Allure, 24 Feb. 2025
The group’s July 2023 report highlighted several issues at Marcy, including Black inmates being turned away from the mess hall for wearing their hair in cornrows or braids.
—Thomas C. Zambito, USA TODAY, 17 Feb. 2025
Box Braids & Protective Styles Box braids, cornrows, and other protective styles have been staples in Black hair culture for centuries, symbolizing heritage and resilience.
—Lyric Christian, Essence, 16 Jan. 2025
What emerged, were inspired styling choices like wet-look bobs, buttons sewn into cornrows, and the return of the spiky messy bun.
—Angela Law, refinery29.com, 5 June 2024
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“Cornrow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cornrow. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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