boho

noun

bo·​ho ˈbō-hō How to pronounce boho (audio)
plural bohos
Synonyms of bohonext
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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The look is a little bit boho, and yet still, very polished, as well as a natural extension—and grow out—of Clooney’s major chop last fall. Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 12 June 2026 Ecowish Flowy Long Dress Double down on trends and add a dash of boho chic to your gingham dress with this beach-ready maxi dress. Lauren Finney Harden, InStyle, 11 June 2026 This boho colorful bead choker brings natural stone into a handmade summer statement piece that layers beautifully. Amanda Eyre Ward, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026 The pairing put one of Chloé’s more retro-leaning heel shapes against a dress that stayed in a the house’s signature boho romantic language. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 6 June 2026 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 15 Jun. 2026.

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