hairstylist

noun

hair·​styl·​ist ˈher-ˌstī-list How to pronounce hairstylist (audio)
variants or less commonly hair stylist
plural hairstylists also hair stylists
: a person whose occupation is the cutting and arranging of hair : hairdresser
especially : a person who does creative cutting and styling of hair

Examples of hairstylist in a Sentence

the hairstylist fashioned the model's hair into an elegant updo
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Marie Nino, a professional hairstylist based in New York City, recommends Virtue Flourish’s shampoo and conditioner set for reinforcing strands without leaving them feeling coated or crunchy. Malia Griggs, Glamour, 15 July 2025 Emily Chavez – Houston A hairstylist with a bold personality, Chavez entered as a bombshell on Day 10 and was dumped on Day 15. Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 July 2025 Both looks were created by Johan Hellstrom, hairstylist to the stars and owner of Swedish haircare brand Björn Axén. Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 10 July 2025 Brand ambassadors, hairstylists, and scientists were on-site to answer questions and celebrate every curl, kink, and coil. Larry Stansbury, Essence, 5 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for hairstylist

Word History

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hairstylist was in 1934

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“Hairstylist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hairstylist. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.

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hairstylist

noun
hair·​styl·​ist -ˌstī-list How to pronounce hairstylist (audio)
hairstyling
-ˌstī-liŋ
noun
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