croquignole

/ˈkroʊkɪnˌoʊl/
noun
  1. A type of hairstyle or hair wave created by winding hair around a curling iron or rod, popular in the early 20th century.
    • The vintage photograph showed her with a perfect croquignole hairstyle.
    • She learned how to do a croquignole curl from her grandmother.
    • In the 1920s, many women wore their hair in a croquignole wave.
  2. A small, crisp, ring-shaped cookie or pastry, sometimes flavored with anise or lemon.
    • The bakery sold croquignoles dusted with powdered sugar.
    • The recipe for croquignoles calls for eggs, flour, and a hint of vanilla.
    • He enjoyed a croquignole with his afternoon coffee.
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