noun Uncommon

styling

STEYE-lihng

Styling (noun) means the way something is designed or arranged to give it a particular look. Example: “The car's new styling gives it a sportier look.”

noun

The way something is designed or arranged to give it a particular look.

"The car's new styling gives it a sportier look."

"She trained in hair styling for two years."

How to use styling

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe process or result of giving something a particular visual design or look.

Common pairings

hair styling car styling fashion styling

Word forms

stylings plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “styling” mean?

The word “styling” means the way something is designed or arranged to give it a particular look. In plain terms, the process or result of giving something a particular visual design or look.

How do you pronounce “styling”?

“Styling” is pronounced STEYE-lihng (/ˈstaɪlɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “styling” in a sentence?

Here is “styling” used in a sentence: “The car's new styling gives it a sportier look.”

What part of speech is “styling”?

“Styling” is a noun.

Is “styling” a common word?

“Styling” is an uncommon word in modern English.