scrunchie

noun

scrunch·​ie ˈskrən-chē How to pronounce scrunchie (audio)
ˈskru̇n-
variants or scrunchy
plural scrunchies
: a fabric-covered elastic used for holding back hair (as in a ponytail)

Examples of scrunchie in a Sentence

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This floral scrunchie is a delightful touch for any hairstyle and comes in a neutral off-white and a bold bright red to suit a variety of personal aesthetics. Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 21 Oct. 2024 The scrunchies are a bonus, working their magic to reduce ridges caused by other, typically tight hair ties. Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 7 Oct. 2024 Best Stocking Stuffer for Women: Lululemon Uplifting Scrunchie Big Bow Courtesy of brand 3/31 Lululemon Uplifting Scrunchie Big Bow $16 Lululemon Glamour’s shopping director Brie Schwartz loves this bow scrunchie. Christa Joanna Lee, Glamour, 17 Sep. 2024 Plus the Slip skinny scrunchies have no expiration date. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for scrunchie 

Word History

First Known Use

1989, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of scrunchie was in 1989

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“Scrunchie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scrunchie. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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scrunchie

noun
scrunch·​ie
variants or scrunchy
plural scrunchies
: a fabric-covered elastic used for holding back hair (as in a ponytail)
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