Makes the hair stand on end? Crossword Clue
6 letters · New York Times · Thursday, November 30, 2000 · 40-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Thursday, November 30, 2000.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · November 30, 2000 · 40-Down · 6 letters
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ruffle (one's hair) by combing the ends towards the scalp, for a full effect
verb
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