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
While the groom’s friends just want to drink and relax, Hernandez — sporting a pompadour wig, flashy red jacket and perfect posture — arrives late and takes over the room.
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Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 18 Nov. 2025
Glitter’s matching hair was pulled into a tall pompadour; only two front pieces hanging out on the sides of the face.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 26 Sep. 2025
The new Camaro’s fierce-looking body comprises acres of metal, a front end that comes to a point as sharp as the back of Brian Setzer’s pompadour, three needless but snappy trim lines forward of the rear quarter panels and a non-functioning hood scoop.
—Josh Max, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Undercut Pixie While Halle Berry has the most classic look, 2010s Rihanna endorsed the pompadour, contrast cut version of pixies.
—Essence, 21 Apr. 2025
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Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 18 Nov. 2025
Glitter’s matching hair was pulled into a tall pompadour; only two front pieces hanging out on the sides of the face.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 26 Sep. 2025
The new Camaro’s fierce-looking body comprises acres of metal, a front end that comes to a point as sharp as the back of Brian Setzer’s pompadour, three needless but snappy trim lines forward of the rear quarter panels and a non-functioning hood scoop.
—Josh Max, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Undercut Pixie While Halle Berry has the most classic look, 2010s Rihanna endorsed the pompadour, contrast cut version of pixies.
—Essence, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pompadour
Noun
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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
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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The Swede pounced, just a quiff’s distance from the goal line.—
Amy Lawrence,
New York Times,
15 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, Mitnick wears Danny’s black quiff and leather jacket.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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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
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His hair is the kind of shaggy that suggests abject neglect more than overpriced Hollywood coiffure.—
Amanda Petrusich,
New Yorker,
17 Oct. 2025
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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
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The queen of maximalist beauty also once again demonstrated her expertise in the makeup and hair space by playing with her copper-red locks, debuting curly bangs and mermaid braids among her soft waves.—
Pamela Vázquez,
Glamour,
2 Feb. 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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“Pompadour.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pompadour. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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