Barber
Barber
Barber (/ˈbɑːrbər/) is a person whose occupation is mainly to cut, dress, groom, style and shave men's and boys' hair or beards. A barber's place of work is known as a "Barbershop" or a "Barber's".
Etymology
The term "barber" originates from the Latin word "barba", meaning beard. It was introduced to the English language in the 14th century.
History
Barbers have been around for centuries. In early civilizations, they were often the priests and medicine men of the community. In ancient Egypt, barbers were highly respected individuals. In the Middle Ages, they also acted as surgeons and dentists. In fact, the red and white barber's pole is associated with the medical procedures that barbers used to perform.
Related Terms
- Barbershop: A place where barbers work.
- Barber's pole: A type of sign used by barbers to signify the place or shop where they perform their craft.
- Barber surgeon: A historical term referring to barbers who also performed surgery and other medical procedures.
- Hairdresser: A similar profession where practitioners cut or style hair in order to change or maintain a person's image.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Barber
- Wikipedia's article - Barber
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