head

Words that start with 'head' — often related to head or use 'head' as a base.

headache
a pain in the head

I had a terrible headache after the long meeting.

headmaster
the person in charge of a school; principal

The headmaster greeted the parents at the school gate.

headstrong
determined to have one's own way; stubborn

She's headstrong and rarely takes advice.

headcount
the number of people present or accounted for

We took a headcount before boarding the bus.

headway
progress or forward movement, especially after a period of difficulty

After months of negotiation, the team finally made headway.

headlong
with the head foremost; rashly or hastily

He rushed headlong into the decision without considering the consequences.

forehead
the part of the face above the eyebrows

She wiped the sweat from her forehead.

spearhead
to lead an attack or initiative; the leading element of an action

She spearheaded the campaign for reform.

blackhead
a small darkened plug of sebum and keratin in a hair follicle (a type of acne)

He used a pore strip to remove the blackheads on his nose.

beachhead
an initial secured position from which further advances can be made; a foothold

The company established a beachhead in the new market.