updo

noun

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

Examples of updo in a Sentence

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The stylist and content creator pulled her blond hair into a disheveled updo, exposing the inky hue at her roots. Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026 The rest of her hair was pulled up in an undone updo, with a handful of delicately curled tendrils falling down her shoulders for extra romantic effect. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 9 Feb. 2026 Chignon With Face-Framing Tendrils Want to wear an updo with your veil, yet don’t love your hair fully slicked back? Shelby Wax, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2026 Wearing her dark tresses styled in a sleek updo, her makeup consisted of reddish pink eyeshadow and a matching lip. Hannah Malach, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026 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 14 Feb. 2026.

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