updo

noun

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

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At the same awards show, Reese Witherspoon, too, mastered a full-of-elegance updo thanks to the formula; her hairstylist Lona Vigi made sure to work the Fekkai Brilliant Glossing Styling Crème into Witherspoon’s mane, while ensuring a uniform upward sweep sans flyaway hairs. Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 21 Feb. 2025 This time, Grande channeled both the Good Witch while also paying homage to Japan’s signature cherry blossoms with a floral Philip Treacy headpiece adorning her updo. Michelle Lee, People.com, 20 Feb. 2025 Updo With Bangs Photo: Getty Images Some updos are better with bangs. Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 18 Feb. 2025 As the final step in your styling routine, a finishing spray can help extend the life of your updo or blowout—all while adding shine, texture, volume, or all of the above. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 17 Feb. 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 25 Feb. 2025.

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