updo

noun

up·​do ˈəp-(ˌ)dü How to pronounce updo (audio)
plural updos
: an upswept hairdo

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Long’s hair was even styled in an updo to emphasize the cutout details of her gown. Julia Teti, WWD, 18 Mar. 2025 And to end the week, Rihanna went home to Barbados in lolly pop blush and a half-braided updo. India Espy-Jones, Essence, 17 Mar. 2025 For the stern lawyer and detective looks, Diaz created a tight, slick, and equally austere updo. Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 13 Mar. 2025 Joey's outfit included a black tube top over a blue button-up, paired with black straight leg jeans, an even tinier brown handbag and an updo. Rachel Raposas, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for updo

Word History

Etymology

upswept hairdo

First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of updo was in 1938

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“Updo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/updo. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.

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