To curl or crimp hair, or to cause hair to stand on end in a fuzzy, unruly way.
Origin uncertain, possibly from Old Norse or Dutch roots related to curling or ruffling; first appeared in English texts referring to artificial curling of hair in the 17th century.
In the 1600s, aristocratic women would friz their hair elaborately using irons and powders—it was so fashionable that it created a whole industry of wig-makers and hair specialists!
Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.