ponytail
noun
po·ny·tail
ˈpō-nē-ˌtāl 
: a hairstyle in which the hair is pulled together and banded usually at the back of the head so as to resemble a pony's tail
Examples of ponytail in a Sentence
She usually wears her hair pulled back in a ponytail.
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Mae and Banks can be seen matching in frilly white sundresses and high ponytails.
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Emma Aerin Becker, Peoplemag, 11 June 2024
The gold detailing in her hair extends upwards towards the ponytail.
—Lauryn Jiles, Miami Herald, 7 May 2024
Simple ponytails or no-slip barrettes are best for both kids and teachers.
—Quincy Bulin, Parents, 20 May 2024
This edition will give a fuller appearance to the ponytail.
—Celeste Polanco, Essence, 20 May 2024
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Emma Aerin Becker, Peoplemag, 11 June 2024
The gold detailing in her hair extends upwards towards the ponytail.
—Lauryn Jiles, Miami Herald, 7 May 2024
Simple ponytails or no-slip barrettes are best for both kids and teachers.
—Quincy Bulin, Parents, 20 May 2024
This edition will give a fuller appearance to the ponytail.
—Celeste Polanco, Essence, 20 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for ponytail
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“Ponytail.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ponytail. Accessed 28 Jun. 2024.
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ponytail
noun
po·ny·tail
ˈpō-nē-ˌtāl
: a hairstyle in which the hair is pulled together and banded usually at the back of the head so as to resemble the tail of a pony
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