haircut

noun

ˈher-ˌkət How to pronounce haircut (audio)
Definition of haircutnext
as in hairdo
a style or arrangement of hair he hopes the new haircut will make him look more mature for the job interview

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Recent Examples of haircut That’s obviously not fair to the workers, or to the consumers who cannot hand off their haircuts to AI agents. — Nathan Bruschi, Washington Post, 21 Oct. 2026 Keep reading for the biggest winter hair color ideas, haircuts, and other hairstyles to look out for. — Lindy Segal, Glamour, 19 Oct. 2026 Going in for a dramatic haircut following a breakup isn’t new, but it’s rarely looked as good as when Nicole Kidman did it. — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 19 Oct. 2026 When that happens, give it a haircut by cutting it back by at least one-third. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for haircut
Recent Examples of Synonyms for haircut
  1. hairdo
  2. hairstyle
  3. ponytail
  4. coiffure
  5. cut
Noun
  • Her almost-white blonde coloring helped to amp up the hairdo’s geometric shape.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Lively tends to style her long locks in loose, tousled curls, making Tuesday’s look a fun twist on her usual hairdo.
    — Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of hairdo
Noun
  • Why vintage curly bobs are coming back now Nostalgic hairstyles are everywhere right now, and retro curls are the obvious counter-move to the minimalist styling that owned the last few seasons.
    — Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Below, Eliot and Raziuddin break down their favorite layers and 10 layered hairstyles for every hair texture.
    — Audrey Noble, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of hairstyle
Noun
  • Her har was swept into a low ponytail secured with a cream scrunchie, with her wispy bangs falling around her face.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Mirroring the poisonous arena featured in the movie, Grace paired her vibrant, beaded Almée Couture gown with a high ponytail, leaving her blond bangs out to frame her face.
    — Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of ponytail
Noun
  • His attention to coiffure, Anthony Bailey points out, was exceptional.
    — Clare Bucknell, Harpers Magazine, 23 June 2026
  • This need not be a burly bully who sizes up wardrobes and coiffures to decide who would best decorate your party.
    — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 23 June 2026
Definition of coiffure
Noun
  • Experts agree that the removal of the tax cut would improve foreign investors' sentiment by putting India's tax regime on par with other emerging markets.
    — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Use small circular motions for about 30 seconds, rinse with lukewarm rather than hot water and never exfoliate over cuts, wounds or sunburned skin.
    — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of cut

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