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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

dreads

/dredz/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does dreads mean?

noun, verb

A feeling of great fear or anxiety about something; dreadlocks, a style of hair characterized by matted or knotted locks.

Example

"The thought of public speaking filled her with dreads, but she knew she had to face her fears."

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