updo

noun

up·​do ˈəp-(ˌ)dü 

plural updos

: an upswept hairdo

Examples of updo in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The one who does the best is Teresa with her poofy updo supporting a little crown and a corseted gown that looks like something Bertha Russel would have descended an elaborate staircase wearing. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 5 Oct. 2026

Meg’s hairstylist, Kellon Deryck, transformed Megan with a platinum updo that mirrored a pair of cute cat ears, whose tips were dyed a peachy orange. — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 5 Oct. 2026

Swift pulled her dark blonde hair back into an effortless updo, showing off a pair of gold earrings and her blunt bangs. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 28 Sep. 2026

Erica wore a strapless white gown and a curly updo, while Max kept it simple in a gray suit. — Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

upswept hairdo

First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above