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topknot

 

[ ˈtɒpnɒt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

hairstyle

A topknot is a hairstyle where the hair is gathered and secured at the top of the head, often in a bun or knot.

Synonyms

bun, knot, updo

Examples of usage

  • She always wears her hair in a stylish topknot.
  • The dancer's topknot added an elegant touch to her performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "topknot" in other languages:

🇵🇹 coque

🇮🇳 शीर्षगुच्छ (śīrṣaguccha)

🇩🇪 Haarknoten

🇮🇩 sanggul

🇺🇦 вузол на голові

🇵🇱 kok

🇯🇵 まげ (mage)

🇫🇷 chignon

🇪🇸 moño

🇹🇷 topuz

🇰🇷 상투 (sangtu)

🇸🇦 عقدة شعر (ʿuqdah shaʿr)

🇨🇿 drdol

🇸🇰 drdol

🇨🇳 发髻 (fàjì)

🇸🇮 čop

🇮🇸 hnútur á höfði

🇰🇿 шаш түйіні (shash tüýini)

🇬🇪 თავგადაკრული (tavgadak'ruli)

🇦🇿 baş düyünü

🇲🇽 moño

Word origin

The term 'topknot' originated in the 15th century and was used to describe a decorative knot of hair worn at the top of the head. It has evolved over the years to refer to a specific hairstyle where the hair is gathered and secured at the top of the head. The topknot has been a popular hairstyle in various cultures and has been worn for both practical and fashion purposes.