scrunchie

noun

scrunch·​ie ˈskrən-chē 

ˈskru̇n-

variants or scrunchy

plural scrunchies

: a fabric-covered elastic used for holding back hair (as in a ponytail)

Examples of scrunchie in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Ballet flats and cheerleading skirts were born in America; so were cowboy boots and basketball jerseys and—seriously—the scrunchie. — Faran Krentcil, InStyle, 1 July 2026

The curling rod is made from satin to reduce frizz, and the set also includes two satin scrunchies. — Jackie Cucco, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026

Nekhala for years had been issuing warranty cards that invited customers to register and leave a product review in exchange for a free bed scrunchie accessory. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 24 June 2026

Add a billowy blouse to give the outfit a more romantic vibe, and play around with the season’s hottest accessories—hair scarves, big scrunchies, chunky jewelry—to highlight your personal style. — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 12 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1989, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for scrunchie

• crunchy

Kids Definition

scrunchie

noun

scrunch·​ie

variants or scrunchy

ˈskrən-chē 

plural scrunchies

: a fabric-covered elastic used for holding back hair (as in a ponytail)