Nappies is another term that is used in many other countries to describe diapers. Nappies just like diapers, come in both disposable and cloth versions, and are used the exact same way as diapers are used here in Canada and the United States.

Tightly coiled / curled unaltered hair. Coiled hair in its natural state

Hair distinctive to some Africans and Americans of African descent. If taken care of properly, it is very beautiful, thick, and soft. And people actually DO wash natural, nappy hair.

British word for diaper.

Really means the British word for diaper.

Though this term is generally used incorrectly, it actually means hair ( of any texture ) that has been unkept, knotted and extremely tangled. ( Ranges from type 1 - 4 hair )

1. (n) (Originally) British word for diaper, derived from the word "napkin."

2. (adj) (Slightly newer colloquialism) Tightly coiled, natural and unaltered hair, commonly associated with those of African American descent who do not alter their hair chemistry.

3. (n) (Silly language) A kiddie way of saying "nap," and will often be used in the singular (nappy) or plural (nappies) interchangeably, often ignoring proper grammar rules.