Definition of "perms" [perms]

• Plural form of perm. (noun)
• Third-person singular simple present indicative form of perm. (verb)

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• "Not sure about 'perms' as I've never had one, but for haircuts and dye jobs and other things that I've seen friends get done there, the students have done a good job."
• "Hot oil hair treatments or chemicals used in permanents (also called "perms") may cause inflammation (swelling) of the hair follicle, which can result in scarring and hair loss."
• "Liao Pan/Color China Photos via Zuma Press Ms. Peng, shown here at a party event in Beijing in March 2011, appears to have toned down her image in recent public appearances, often sporting a military uniform and a matronly hairdo, rather than the silk ball gowns, heavy makeup and big perms she used to favor."