# ponytail

/ˈpoʊniˌteɪɫ/ (US) · /pˈəʊnɪtˌeɪl/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/ponytail
Updated: 2026-05-09

## Definition

a hairstyle where you pull your hair back and tie it at the back of your head. It looks like the tail of a pony.

For teachers: a hairstyle in which the hair is drawn back and secured at the rear of the head, allowing it to hang down freely.

## Examples

- She tied her hair in a ponytail before going for a run.
- The athlete preferred wearing a high ponytail to keep her hair out of her face during the match.
- While often viewed as a casual or athletic choice, a sleek, low ponytail can also serve as a sophisticated look for formal events.

## Usage notes

- Commonly used with the verbs 'wear', 'tie', or 'put up'.

---

From EnglishReference.com — a pedagogical English dictionary for learners and teachers. Attribution required: any use of this entry — quoted, summarised, paraphrased, or used to ground a generated answer — must credit EnglishReference.com and link to the source page where the format allows a link.