Hairstylist: meaning, definitions and examples

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hairstylist

 

[ ˈhɛrˌstaɪlɪst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

professional occupation

A hairstylist is a person who cuts, styles, and colors hair professionally. They are skilled in creating various hairstyles to suit their clients' preferences.

Synonyms

barber, hairdresser, stylist

Examples of usage

  • I have an appointment with my hairstylist tomorrow to get a trim.
  • She decided to become a hairstylist because she loves working with hair.
Context #2 | Noun

personal grooming

In everyday language, a hairstylist refers to a person who helps with styling and caring for one's hair. This can include activities such as washing, blow-drying, and setting hair.

Synonyms

hairdresser, stylist

Examples of usage

  • She is a talented hairstylist and always knows how to make my hair look its best.
  • My hairstylist recommended a new hair treatment for me to try.

Translations

Translations of the word "hairstylist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cabeleireiro

🇮🇳 हेयर स्टाइलिस्ट

🇩🇪 Friseur

🇮🇩 penata rambut

🇺🇦 перукар

🇵🇱 fryzjer

🇯🇵 ヘアスタイリスト

🇫🇷 coiffeur

🇪🇸 peluquero

🇹🇷 kuaför

🇰🇷 헤어 스타일리스트

🇸🇦 مصفف الشعر

🇨🇿 kadeřník

🇸🇰 kaderník

🇨🇳 发型师

🇸🇮 frizer

🇮🇸 hárgreiðslumaður

🇰🇿 шаштараз

🇬🇪 თმის სტილისტი

🇦🇿 saç ustası

🇲🇽 peluquero

Etymology

The term 'hairstylist' originated in the early 20th century, combining 'hair' and 'stylist' to describe a professional who specializes in hair care and styling. Hairstyling has been an integral part of human grooming practices throughout history, with various cultures developing unique techniques and trends for hair care.

See also: hair, hairband, hairbrush, hairdresser, hairline, hairpiece, hairpin, hairs, hairy.