hairstyle

noun

hair·​style ˈher-ˌstī(-ə)l How to pronounce hairstyle (audio)
variants or less commonly hair style
plural hairstyles also hair styles
: the way in which someone's hair is cut and arranged : hairdo
Because there's a relaxed elegance to this hairstyle, it can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion.Jennifer Tzeses
To update her hairstyle and to highlight her radiant face, Tawanda's bangs, sides and back were cropped short …, then shaped to eliminate bulk.Beryl Meyer
Hamilton said he likes to help clients find modern and trendy hair stylesAndrew Maciejewski

Examples of hairstyle in a Sentence

the senator's long parade of hairstyles seem to reflect a relentless need to constantly reinvent herself
Recent Examples on the Web Here are a few options to consider: Change your hairstyle: Wearing certain hairstyles during the day or while sleeping could lead to hair loss or hair thinning. Sherri Gordon, Health, 4 Aug. 2024 Advertisement During that span, Richardson became something of a crossover star, known for her flamboyant clothes, long nails and colorful, ever-evolving hairstyles inspired by the late Florence Griffith Joyner. David Wharton, Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 2024 Langley was the night’s revelation, rocking a Jessi Colter meets Linda Ronstadt hairstyle and owning the stage. Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 30 July 2024 For Harris, however, her hairstyle is a year-round look not limited to any season. India Espy-Jones, Essence, 26 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for hairstyle 

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Word History

First Known Use

1871, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of hairstyle was in 1871

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“Hairstyle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hairstyle. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.

Kids Definition

hairstyle

noun
hair·​style -ˌstī(ə)l How to pronounce hairstyle (audio)
: hairdo

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