updo

noun

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

Examples of updo in a Sentence

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This textural updo functions as an elegant addition while keeping the hair out of Cleveland’s face. Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024 Her classic updo was styled by Anna Sullivan, and her makeup was done by Kristen Farrah. Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024 Paired with a range of beauty eras—from chic 1920s updos to circular blush à la 2000s—new Hollywood is dishing out their best end-of-year beauty moments. India Espy-Jones, Essence, 9 Dec. 2024 The actress completed the look with a sleek updo and red lipstick. 13 of 22 Katy Perry Katy Perry shined in a metallic silver dress at the 2024 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball in N.Y.C. Catherine Santino, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024 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 18 Jan. 2025.

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