as in ponytail
chiefly US
a style of hair worn especially by men in which the hair is combed into a high mound at the front of the head
Even with all the dancer's acrobatic moves, his pompadour remained perfectly still atop his head.
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Recent Examples of pompadour
Johanson released six solo albums through 1984’s Sweet Revenge, then changed personas, sported a pompadour and sang standards for the 1987 album Buster Poindexter.
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Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Mar. 2025
Kip Williams adapts and directs a live-feed-video-heavy production that began its life at Sydney Theatre Company, and Snook wears one hell of a blonde pompadour as, among other characters, the superfox whose horrible aging portrait is locked away in an attic.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
Her signature short blonde hair was styled into a sleek pompadour.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025
As the float sailed through Pasadena, an Elvis Presley tribute artist sang a hip-shaking medley of the King’s greatest songs, as dancers in pompadours and poodle skirts swayed alongside.
—Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Mar. 2025
Kip Williams adapts and directs a live-feed-video-heavy production that began its life at Sydney Theatre Company, and Snook wears one hell of a blonde pompadour as, among other characters, the superfox whose horrible aging portrait is locked away in an attic.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
Her signature short blonde hair was styled into a sleek pompadour.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025
As the float sailed through Pasadena, an Elvis Presley tribute artist sang a hip-shaking medley of the King’s greatest songs, as dancers in pompadours and poodle skirts swayed alongside.
—Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pompadour
Noun
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Land disputes, and nighttime raids, and what looked to be a long male ponytail.—
Patricia Lockwood,
New Yorker,
18 May 2025
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Dressed in practical khaki and a neat ponytail, her professionalism was matched by her deep knowledge of the ecosystem.—
Jennifer Flowers,
AFAR Media,
15 May 2025
Noun
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Julia Louis-Dreyfus' character, Selina Meyer, said, showing off a new hairdo.—
Dory Jackson,
People.com,
14 May 2025
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Johnson sported a crown in her blond hairdo and accessorized her look with colorful kitten heels, a black and white geometric bag, a fan with floral elements and bold jewelry pieces.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
7 May 2025
Noun
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During the performance, Twain wore a dazzling cream dress with her hair in a partial quiff.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
26 Dec. 2024
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His grooming was kept simple with his hair styled in a messy quiff.—
Nick Hall,
WWD,
3 Sep. 2019
Noun
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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
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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
Noun
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Glam was by New York MUA Melissa, and for hair, Hewitt opted for her signature Fulani braids with curled ends.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
10 May 2025
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The head of the statue was decorated in gold chain links meant to emulate long braids — the chains swung around with each subtle movement of Rocky's hand, replicating the way hair moves with each turn of the head.—
Starr Bowenbank,
People.com,
9 May 2025
Noun
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Since 2016, the model has attended the festivities every year, sporting tons of chic naked gowns and elegant hairstyles.—
Kleigh Balugo,
StyleCaster,
13 May 2025
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The bow has truly dominated the trend cycle over the past year, with tons of stars incorporating the coquette-core accessory into their hairstyles on and off the red carpet.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
9 May 2025
Noun
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Alty is a popular figure behind the scenes, recognisable for his mod-style haircut, and had been credited for helping Forest improve their injury record over the past year or so.—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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Here are the coolest takes on the trend, including bob haircuts, pixie shags, and so much more.—
Bella Cacciatore,
Glamour,
14 May 2025
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“Pompadour.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pompadour. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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