1. a small, crisp cake or pastry, often ring-shaped or twisted
Usage: chiefly historical or regional; French origin
2. a type of permanent wave or curl set in the hair using a specific technique
Usage: dated; hairdressing term

Examples

• The bakery displayed an assortment of croquignoles in the window.
• She requested a croquignole at the salon to add volume to her hair.
• The recipe for croquignoles called for butter, sugar, and vanilla.
• In the early 20th century, croquignoles were a popular hairstyle among women.