scrunchie

noun

scrunch·​ie ˈskrən-chē 

ˈskru̇n-

variants or scrunchy

plural scrunchies

: a fabric-covered elastic used for holding back hair (as in a ponytail)

Examples of scrunchie in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Turn it into a complete hair-care package by adding a silky scrunchie, a scalp massager, a luxurious hair mask, or a new brush. — Ethan Stone october 9, Idaho Statesman, 9 Oct. 2026

Silk eye mask, washcloths and satin scrunchies are also available. — ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026

Lisa Frank hair clips; the So Kitschy, made with vodka, rum and apricot and matched with a scrunchie set; and the Rooftop Daydream, a smoky-sweet mezcal cocktail with watermelon and basil, paired with a body wash bar. — Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026

For the occasion, Ferguson wore a long-sleeve Matičevski gown with a dramatic train while Gainer opted for a classic black tux and tied his hair into a bun with a pink scrunchie. — Giovana Gelhoren, InStyle, 4 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1989, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for scrunchie

• crunchy

Kids Definition

scrunchie

noun

scrunch·​ie

variants or scrunchy

ˈskrən-chē 

plural scrunchies

: a fabric-covered elastic used for holding back hair (as in a ponytail)