boho

noun

bo·​ho ˈbō-hō How to pronounce boho (audio)
plural bohos
boho adjective

Examples of boho in a Sentence

after living among the bohos for a while, she realized that there was a disenchanting conformity to their nonconformity
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When channeling your boho blonde mood board, think more French chic than California cool. Jeanne Ballion, Glamour, 11 Sep. 2025 From vintage boho to cherry red, fashion has always influenced the next big thing in interior design—and this fall, ready-to-wear shows revealed that a personal, warm aesthetic is top of mind for trendsetters. Ginger Perra, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025 While in Los Angeles, the singer embraced a boho aesthetic, which consisted of a short-sleeve ruffle top and a simple white purse. Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025 For those who favor a smaller, streamlined shoulder bag over a boho vibe, this Staud style delivers rich suede texture without the oversized or slouchy silhouette. Lauren Alexis Fisher, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for boho

Word History

Etymology

by shortening & alteration

First Known Use

1958, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of boho was in 1958

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“Boho.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boho. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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