Definition of the word mustache

The word "mustache" originated from the 17th-century Spanish word "mofeta," which refers to a mole or a mustelid (a group of carnivorous mammals). Over time, the term evolved to specifically denote the facial hair on a human male's upper lip. In the 18th century, the word "moustache" appeared in French, derived from the Spanish "mofeta." The French modified the spelling to "moustache," which eventually entered the English language. Initially, the word "mustache" was used to describe a type of whisker or facial hair, but it has since become a term to describe a distinctive style of facial hair, often associated with masculinity, elegance, or whimsy.