mullet , n.9 false false $Revision$ Pronunciation: Hear pronunciation / ˈmʌlᵻt / Brit. Hear pronunciation / ˈmələt / U.S. Frequency (in current use): Show frequency band information Origin: Of uncertain origin. Etymology: Origin uncertain. Perhaps an extended use of ; but Grand Royal (1995) No. 2 proposes a number of other, largely humorous origins, including a relationship with and with the obsolete Apparently coined, and certainly popularized, by U.S. hip-hop group the Beastie Boys (see quot. ), who also publish Grand Royal. (Show Less) Origin uncertain. Perhaps an extended use of ; but Grand Royal (1995) No. 2 proposes a number of other, largely humorous origins, including a relationship withand with the obsolete Thesaurus » Categories » A hairstyle, worn esp. by men, in which the hair is cut short at the front and sides, and left long at the back. 1994 ‘Beastie Boys’ Mullet Head (transcribed from song) in You wanna know what's a mullet ? Well I got a little story to tell About a hair style, that's a way of life Have you ever seen a mullet wife? 1995 No. 2. 46 The Mullet does not discriminate, though it is rare to see one worn by a senior citizen of any stripe. 1997 2 Feb. (Real Life section) 2/1 Connoisseurs of the absurd in gentlemen's hairdressing have been enjoying a laugh at..those unfortunates who continue to commit that most heinous fashion don't—the Mullet . 1998 12 Apr. (Personal Suppl.) 3/2 The Mullet ... If you have one, then a word in your ear: Scissors. 2000 16 Apr. (Seven Days section) 1/4 A malodorous guy with a flowing mullet . (Hide quotations) slang (humorous and frequently derogatory). Back to top

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