hairdo

noun

ˈher-ˌdü How to pronounce hairdo (audio)
Definition of hairdonext
as in hairstyle
a style or arrangement of hair that hairdo makes her face look softer and rounder

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Recent Examples of hairdo In a video shared by Cécred on Father’s Day, founder Beyoncé Knowles-Carter revealed the motivation behind her husband’s new hairdo and the products that’ve helped the health of his curls throughout the process. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 23 June 2026 The animal has its familiar hairdo to thank, after images of its golden tuft went viral online. — Arshad R. Zargar, CBS News, 28 May 2026 For all the bright spots on Islands’ state champion soccer team, nothing shone brighter than its golden hairdos flopping around the pitch. — Jack Leo, AJC.com, 23 May 2026 Natwick initially designed Betty as a dog’s head on the curvaceous figure of a woman and modeled her flapper hairdo on Kane’s own coif. — Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for hairdo
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hairdo
  1. hairstyle
  2. haircut
  3. coiffure
  4. ponytail
Noun
  • Some of the trendiest hairstyles—we’re talking tousled pixies, timeless bobs, and modern shags, to name a few—look especially incredible with gray hair.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 17 July 2026
  • Zendaya’s new hairstyle comes on the heels of her stunning, back-to-back fashion streak on the red carpet.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 17 July 2026
Definition of hairstyle
Noun
  • Additionally, the specter of broadening the sales tax base — to include untaxed services such as haircuts, lawn care and auto repair, for example — remains a favorite among the revenue-seeking set here.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026
  • More and more people are growing out and leaning into their shimmering silver, and the only thing cooler than embracing the color is figuring out the haircut that makes the most of it in a way that’s very you.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 17 July 2026
Definition of haircut
Noun
  • His attention to coiffure, Anthony Bailey points out, was exceptional.
    — Clare Bucknell, Harpers Magazine, 23 June 2026
  • This need not be a burly bully who sizes up wardrobes and coiffures to decide who would best decorate your party.
    — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 23 June 2026
Definition of coiffure
Noun
  • Soft and romantic, a loose ponytail with tendrils is the perfect hairstyle for a summer soiree or wedding.
    — Ariana Yaptangco, InStyle, 21 July 2026
  • She was seen holding a crossbody bag and completed her look by styling her dark hair in a ponytail.
    — Latoya Gayle, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026
Definition of ponytail

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