Meaning & use

stylist

noun·Everyday

A person whose job is to cut, color, or style hair, or to select clothing and accessories for a client.

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My stylist recommended a shorter cut to help manage the summer heat.

The magazine hired a stylist to coordinate outfits for the photo shoot.

A note on using this word

Stylist can refer to a hairdresser or, more broadly, to anyone who curates a look, such as a fashion or food stylist.

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