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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In a portrait session, the young singer’s updo took on a personality of its own paired with just a flick of liner. Essence, 12 Dec. 2025 Even softer than her makeup, though, was her updo, styled by Kaleel Joy. Marci Robin, Allure, 5 Dec. 2025 Her classic updo showed off diamond and pearl drop earrings and a diamond necklace. Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 3 Dec. 2025 Her hair was styled in a clean, high updo that kept the neckline and floral detailing visible from all angles. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 30 Nov. 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 15 Dec. 2025.

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