stylist
STEYE-lihst
Stylist (noun) means a person who cuts, colors, or arranges hair professionally. Example: “My stylist recommended a shorter cut for summer.”
noun
1
A person who cuts, colors, or arranges hair professionally.
"My stylist recommended a shorter cut for summer."
2
A person who selects and coordinates clothing, props, or design elements, especially for photography or film.
"A celebrity stylist chose her outfit for the red carpet."
How to use stylist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone whose job is choosing or shaping the look of hair, clothes, or a photo shoot.
Common pairings
hair stylist
celebrity stylist
fashion stylist
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Word forms
- Plural
- stylists
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Etymology
From style plus the agent suffix -ist.
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What does “stylist” mean?
The word “stylist” means a person who cuts, colors, or arranges hair professionally. In plain terms, someone whose job is choosing or shaping the look of hair, clothes, or a photo shoot.
How do you pronounce “stylist”?
“Stylist” is pronounced STEYE-lihst (/ˈstaɪlɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “stylist” in a sentence?
Here is “stylist” used in a sentence: “My stylist recommended a shorter cut for summer.”
What part of speech is “stylist”?
“Stylist” is a noun.
Is “stylist” a common word?
“Stylist” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “stylist” have?
“Stylist” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who cuts, colors, or arranges hair professionally.
