updo

noun

up·​do ˈəp-(ˌ)dü How to pronounce updo (audio)
plural updos
: an upswept hairdo

Examples of updo in a Sentence

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Their hair and makeup were exquisitely done, with big curls and updos, red lipstick, and vivid eye shadow. Alexis Okeowo, Vogue, 5 Aug. 2025 On the catwalk, Kardashian wore a form-fitting, ivory midi slip dress with lace trim and an old Hollywood updo reportedly inspired by Elizabeth Taylor, paired with the late actress' multimillion-dollar diamond earrings. Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 9 July 2025 With their hair slicked into updos, Nicole Ari Parker and Tracee Ellis Ross tuned in on their makeup looks. Essence, 28 July 2025 The actress added black pumps and wore her hair in a sleek updo. Catherine Santino, People.com, 22 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for updo

Word History

Etymology

upswept hairdo

First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of updo was in 1938

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“Updo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/updo. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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