1. Decorative objects or jewelry made from human hair, popular especially during the Victorian era.
Usage: Usually plural or used as a mass noun; Historical/collectible context
2. The craft or art of creating decorative items from hair.
Usage: Archaic or historical

Examples

• The museum displayed Victorian hairworks, including brooches and rings made from the hair of deceased loved ones.
• Hairworks became a popular mourning tradition in the 19th century.
• She inherited a collection of delicate hairworks from her grandmother.
• The intricate hairworks on display showed remarkable craftsmanship.
• Antique hairworks are now sought after by collectors of Victorian memorabilia.