hairstylist

noun

ˈher-ˌstī-list How to pronounce hairstylist (audio)
Definition of hairstylistnext
as in stylist
a person who cuts and arranges hair the hairstylist fashioned the model's hair into an elegant updo

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Recent Examples of hairstylist Celebrity hairstylist Brian Magallones considers this the perfect balance between a not-too-fussy and not-too-structured chignon, a style that sounds tough to style without a professional team but is actually quite easy to master at-home. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 According to celebrity hairstylist Guido Palau, the look is easy enough to achieve at home with the right technique. — Lorena Meouchi, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2026 In photos shared on Instagram by her hairstylist, Renato Campora, the Other Mommy revealed a light golden-blonde makeover. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 8 Oct. 2026 Meg’s hairstylist, Kellon Deryck, transformed Megan with a platinum updo that mirrored a pair of cute cat ears, whose tips were dyed a peachy orange. — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hairstylist
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hairstylist
  1. stylist
  2. barber
Noun
  • Kardashian’s look, which was put together in partnership with renowned stylist Law Roach, evoked old Hollywood, calling back to some of the more stylish starlets of the day like Jackie Kennedy à la her beehive hair.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 19 Oct. 2026
  • Comedian Jake Shane was also among the early birds, settling onto a couch covered in velvet Armani pillows near the entrance before linking up with Charlie Walker, an up-and-coming model and son of celebrity stylist Elizabeth Saltzman.
    — Kelsey Stewart, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of stylist
Noun
  • Licenses are required for certain professions, such as cosmetologists and barbers.
    — Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Founded by influencer-barber Lance Baker, Based catapulted through the ranks, surpassing several household names, including Dove, Cetaphil, La Roche-Posay, Neutrogena, Panoxyl and Old Spice.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of barber

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