boho

noun

bo·​ho ˈbō-hō How to pronounce boho (audio)
plural bohos
boho adjective

Examples of boho in a Sentence

after living among the bohos for a while, she realized that there was a disenchanting conformity to their nonconformity
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Another major shift was the return of boho, led by Chloé, which brought back flowing silhouettes, rich textures, and an effortless, free-spirited elegance that resonates with today’s consumers. Rhonda Richford, WWD, 12 Mar. 2025 Olivia Wilde stepped onto the Vanity Fair Oscar Party red carpet in a sheer, white boho dress designed by Chemena Kamali, with opaque ruffles covering part of her breasts. Alyssa Goldberg, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025 According to Pinterest Predicts, a contrasting aesthetic called moto boho is emerging as one of this year's main characters in the design world. Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2025 Made with 100 percent cotton, this boho Free People top is perfect for a beach vacation or a casual Sunday brunch. Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 20 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for boho

Word History

Etymology

by shortening & alteration

First Known Use

1958, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of boho was in 1958

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“Boho.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boho. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.

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