as in hairdo
a style or arrangement of hair
with his flashy suit and carefully sculpted coiffure, he looks like a slick car dealer
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Recent Examples of coiffure
The parade of state champions has done it with flair, both in their performance and their coiffure.
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Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 17 May 2025
The term hair-raising takes on new meaning as two performers contort their bodies high above the stage, connected only by their coiffures.
—Karen D'souza, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2025
To further see the blending of styles, Elvis' iconic pompadour coiffure also rocked the fashion of the day, making for an interesting addition to this groovy getup.
—Tim Moffatt, EW.com, 29 Mar. 2025
But often overlooked are the clothes that accompany the coiffure.
—Leah Dolan, CNN, 20 Mar. 2025
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Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 17 May 2025
The term hair-raising takes on new meaning as two performers contort their bodies high above the stage, connected only by their coiffures.
—Karen D'souza, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2025
To further see the blending of styles, Elvis' iconic pompadour coiffure also rocked the fashion of the day, making for an interesting addition to this groovy getup.
—Tim Moffatt, EW.com, 29 Mar. 2025
But often overlooked are the clothes that accompany the coiffure.
—Leah Dolan, CNN, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coiffure
Noun
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In new Instagram photos posted by Mukamal, Robbie modeled a Roberto Cavalli minidress and an unexpected hairdo.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
29 Jan. 2026
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Stylist Sophie Lopez curated Hudson’s look, which included simple glam with a middle part, straight hairdo and clean, serene makeup.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
28 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Princess Kate's hair was instantly reminiscent of the bridal hairstyle from her royal wedding to Prince William in April 2011.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
4 Feb. 2026
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That means hairstyles studded with gemstones and pearls, gemstones sparkling across Robbie's cheeks, and braids tied together with passion-red ribbons.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
3 Feb. 2026
Noun
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His murder victims don’t fall down a chute after their throats are slit during their shave and a haircut.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Anya Taylor-Joy debuts a striking new haircut in the trailer for Apple TV's Lucky.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
3 Feb. 2026
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As for beauty, Swift kept the party going by styling her fluffy golden-blonde locks in a voluminous high ponytail with her signature full fringe.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
5 Feb. 2026
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My hair will be back in a ponytail, headset on.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Coiffure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coiffure. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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