ringlet meaning and definition

RINGLET noun

Definition of ringlet (noun)

1. a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals)
   • synonyms: coil, curl, curlicue, gyre, roll, scroll, whorl
2. a strand or cluster of hair
   • synonyms: curl, lock, whorl
3. a small ring
4. any of various butterflies belonging to the family Satyridae
   • synonyms: ringlet butterfly