slick down
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To make hair flat by putting oil, water, etc. on it.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
His unruly hair was slicked down with water, and as Jessamy introduced him to Miss Brindle his face assumed a cherubic innocence which would immediately have aroused the suspicions of anyone who knew him.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “slick down” mean?
To make hair flat by putting oil, water, etc. on it.
Is “slick down” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.