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 nightstand comes in Pottery Barn’s iconic Biscotti color, a rustic, light wood tone that works well in boho-inspired, farmhouse, and even modern spaces. Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2026 Dreamy, boho style tops have never very practical. Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 11 May 2026 The owner makes regular trips to Indonesia to source her inventory and has a keen eye for boho-chic fashion and furnishings. Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026 For a boho moment this summer, look no further than this floral print blouse. Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 8 May 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 20 May. 2026.

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