styles

A2 · Elementary Plural noun

n. particular ways that hair is cut or shaped.

n. specific designs or arrangements of hair or personal appearance.

“She looked at several hair styles before deciding on a short cut.”

“The salon specializes in vintage styles from the 1920s, requiring specialized tools and techniques.”

B1 · Intermediate

v. to design or arrange something, like hair or clothes, to look a certain way.

v. to design, shape, or arrange in a particular mode. Third-person singular form.

“He styles his hair with gel every morning before work.”

“The creative director personally styles every model before they walk onto the runway to ensure a cohesive aesthetic.”

C1 · Advanced Formal

v. to give someone or something a specific title or name.

v. to designate with a particular name or title. Often used in formal or legal contexts.

“The document styles him as the sole owner of the property.”

“The protocol officer ensures that the guest styles the visiting dignitary correctly during the formal introduction.”