permanent dirt

noun — 3 senses

permanent dirt

noun

Etymology Originated as a slang term in tattoo and piercing parlours in Californian counter culture but has gained traction in mainstream society and other areas.

1

Colloquial A tattoo

2

Colloquial Any form of tattoo, piercing, (deliberate) scarring or other body modification that is considered permanent or would take significant effort to remove.

3

Colloquial A hair dye or permanent wave that must be allowed to grow out or be reversed by repeating the process, that will not wash out.

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