hairstyle

noun

hair·​style ˈher-ˌstī(-ə)l 

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 styles …

—Andrew Maciejewski

Synonyms of hairstyle

• hairdo
• haircut
• ponytail
• coiffure

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

From long layers to face-framing pieces, these hairstyles offer fresh ways to wear long hair after 60. — Colleen Sullivan, InStyle, 7 Nov. 2026

In recent years the quintessential hairstyle on the red carpet has featured the hair pulled completely back in a slick-back bun à la Hailey Bieber. — María Diez, Glamour, 3 Nov. 2026

The Grammy Award winners wore editorial-leaning hairstyles that were sleek and lengthy. — Christina Middleton, Allure, 3 Nov. 2026

Ariana Grande is giving fans another look at her new hairstyle. — Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 3 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1871, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for hairstyle

• argyle
• awhile
• beguile
• compile
• condyle
• defile
• erstwhile
• exile
• freestyle
• gentile
• lifestyle
• meanwhile

Kids Definition

hairstyle

noun

hair·​style -ˌstī(ə)l 

: hairdo