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
When the flowers fade, silky seedheads that look like wispy, wild hairdos decorate the plant into summer.
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Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Feb. 2026
Meanwhile, Douglas — hairdos and all— is in the midst of a hiatus.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Feb. 2026
For glam, Union’s pixie cut hairdo was coiffed with a modern touch, and her makeup included clean, serene details like bold brows, lightly lined eyes and a neutral lip.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 5 Feb. 2026
Rih’s silky black hairdo—coiffed by her long-time hairdresser Yusef Williams—was, at times, worn with a Yankees cap and others, casually tossed into a bun.
—Essence, 23 Jan. 2026
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Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Feb. 2026
Meanwhile, Douglas — hairdos and all— is in the midst of a hiatus.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Feb. 2026
For glam, Union’s pixie cut hairdo was coiffed with a modern touch, and her makeup included clean, serene details like bold brows, lightly lined eyes and a neutral lip.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 5 Feb. 2026
Rih’s silky black hairdo—coiffed by her long-time hairdresser Yusef Williams—was, at times, worn with a Yankees cap and others, casually tossed into a bun.
—Essence, 23 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hairdo
Noun
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And if history tells us anything, her co-sign alone is enough to propel a hairstyle straight into trend territory.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
26 Feb. 2026
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In contrast to her undone hairstyle, Chopra looked ready for a day at the office in a polished white jumpsuit featuring a crisp dress shirt bodice, eyelet cutouts running down the front, and wide-legged trousers.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The Oscar winner revealed her latest haircut in January while attending Paris Haute Couture Week.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
25 Feb. 2026
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Throughout the map, players could find special stops that featured the Poodle Pokémon with different haircuts.—
Gieson Cacho,
Mercury News,
23 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Kendall Jenner’s blonde coiffure owes something to Lauren Bacall and Marilyn Monroe.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
11 Feb. 2026
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Ideal for anyone with a bob, the style allows the hair to be shaped into a romantic coiffure with shorter layers becoming part of an ornamental bun. Make-up artist Nina Park complemented the hair look with a delicate helping of blusher over the star’s cheeks and down the bridge of her nose.—
Ranyechi Udemezue,
Vogue,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Backstage at Proenza Schouler, hairstylist Holly Smith fashioned a sleek version of the quiet ponytail for Rachel Scott’s first collection during New York Fashion Week.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
26 Feb. 2026
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Obama's delicate braids were styled in a high ponytail, showcasing a pair of large diamond studs, while her makeup consisted of a smoky eye, pops of coral blush, and a glossy lip.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Hairdo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hairdo. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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