styling

1 of 2

present participle of style entry 2

styling

2 of 2

noun

styl·​ing ˈstī-liŋ 

plural stylings

1

: the way in which something is styled

clothing with classic styling

When it came time to redesign the compact Dakota, Dodge cleverly emulated the aggressive styling of its big, hot-selling Ram pickup.

—Consumer Reports

… Michael Jackson's sinuously breathy, often dreamy vocal stylings are prominent on only two or three of the eight selections.

—Robert Palmer

2

: hairstyling

did all of the styling and makeup for the movie

—often used before another noun

styling gels

styling tools

Examples of styling in a Sentence

Noun

a car with sleek new styling

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Once employed for red-carpet transformations for some ultra-glamorous lengths, extensions are increasingly becoming an everyday styling tool as a way to add density, movement, or just a few extra inches without fundamentally changing a cut. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2026

Naturally Serious Skin 50% off More than just tools, Wavytalk is an expression-first brand fueling a movement of self-expression and confidence through hair styling. — ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026

Of course, as with any fashion category, the true magic of shacket styling begins with finding the right one for your needs. — Alison Syrett Cleary, InStyle, 18 Sep. 2026

With the help of some strategic accessories, plus a few creative styling tips, prepare to be pleasantly surprised. — Aemilia Madden, Glamour, 18 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1899, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for styling

• filing
• piling
• smiling
• tiling
• beguiling
• compiling
• profiling
• refiling
• reviling
• stockpiling
• unsmiling
• reconciling