noun B2 Upper-Intermediate Uncommon

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

A person who cuts, colors, or arranges hair professionally.

"My stylist recommended a shorter cut for summer."

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 notes

In 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

Word forms

stylists plural

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Etymology

From style plus the agent suffix -ist.

Synonyms

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hairdresser styler hairstylist

Related words

barber hairdresser styler

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Frequently asked questions

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.

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