stylist

noun

ˈstī-list How to pronounce stylist (audio)
Definition of stylistnext
as in barber
a person who cuts and arranges hair although she usually dresses her own hair, the bride-to-be decided to go to a professional stylist before the big day

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Recent Examples of stylist Per Hathaway’s stylist, Erin Walsh, the red peplum look is from the fashion label Ashlyn New York’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 17 Aug. 2026 Once again, Hathaway worked alongside her stylist Erin Walsh on the look from the Ukrainian label. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 16 Aug. 2026 To give an effortless and casual vibe, stylist and founder of lingerie brand, Fleur du mal, Jennifer Zuccarini says that classic patterns and pairings are often the best. — Alyssa Rotunno, InStyle, 16 Aug. 2026 Troye Sivan is a remarkable pop stylist—maybe even more so than an actual pop star. — Walden Green, Pitchfork, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stylist
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barber
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  • Tucked at the back of one barber shop is Screaming Alley, a cabaret production company supporting independent artists.
    — Sheena McKenzie, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Volunteers handed out 550 backpacks filled with school supplies, while barbers and stylists provided about 100 free haircuts.
    — Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of barber

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