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How did bobby pins get their name?

Question #150654. Asked by psnz.
Last updated Feb 16 2024.
Originally posted Feb 16 2024 9:07 PM.

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As a pin for bob, shortened hair. They can also be called kirby grips or hair grips.
As for the etymology, the noun “bob” first appeared in Middle English when it meant a bunch of leaves, flowers, fruit, and so on, according to the Oxford English Dictionary.

link https://www.grammarphobia.com/blog/2023/07/bobby.html

link https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bobby_pin
Response last updated by BigTriviaDawg on Feb 16 2024.
Feb 16 2024, 9:14 PM
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