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hairdo

noun
hair·​do | \ ˈher-ËŒdü How to pronounce hairdo (audio) \
plural hairdos

Definition of hairdo

: a way of wearing the hair : coiffure

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Synonyms for hairdo

Synonyms

coiffure, cut, do, haircut, hairstyle

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Examples of hairdo in a Sentence

that hairdo makes her face look softer and rounder

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Jessica Simpson posted a photo on Instagram of her 7-year-old daughter's new hairdo. Sonja Haller, USA TODAY, "Jessica Simpson joins Pink, disables Instagram comments after mom shaming," 13 Aug. 2019 And while the hairdo is relatively low maintenance (making it the perfect hairstyle for vacation), your scalp still requires a bit of attention while rocking the look. Jennifer Ford, Essence, "Jada Pinkett Smith Keep Her Braids Fresh With This Affordable Scalp Treatment," 15 July 2019 The flicked-up wingtips of the G650ER reminded Dr. R. K. Smile of his wife’s hairdo. Salman Rushdie, The New Yorker, "The Little King," 22 July 2019 During a performance, breakthrough singer-rapper Lizzo brought Elliott’s colorful and eccentric music videos to life in an ensemble similar to what Elliott sported in the late ‘90s — the finger wave hairdo included. Washington Post, "Missy Elliott, in tears, gets inducted into Songwriters Hall," 14 June 2019 Throughout his seven years in Chicago, Gordon and the team’s management battled almost annually over his contract demands, practice habits, downfield blocking, even his wardrobe and Afro hairdo. Will Larkin, chicagotribune.com, "Ranking the 100 best Bears players ever: No. 55 Dick Gordon," 13 July 2019 David Luiz managed to pick a hairdo that matched his defensive abilities. SI.com, "50 Most Unforgettable Haircuts in World Football," 10 July 2019 In this picture, Kevin Kampl's monstrosity of a hairdo resembles a custard-coloured Oral B toothbrush. SI.com, "50 Most Unforgettable Haircuts in World Football," 10 July 2019 Between the whimsical hues and extravagant hairdos, there was a ton of beauty inspiration. Jennifer Ford, Essence, "The Best Beauty Looks From NYC Pride March," 1 July 2019

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First Known Use of hairdo

1932, in the meaning defined above

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hairdo

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English Language Learners Definition of hairdo

: a way of cutting and arranging someone's hair

hairdo

noun
hair·​do | \ ˈher-ËŒdü How to pronounce hairdo (audio) \
plural hairdos

Kids Definition of hairdo

: a way of arranging a person's hair

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