Definitions
01aesthetic design
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the way something is designed to look, especially its shape, decoration, or fashion.
n. the particular aesthetic or decorative approach applied to the design of a product, building, or garment.
“The car's sleek styling makes it look much faster than it actually is.”
“Critics praised the interior styling of the new hotel, noting how the minimalist furniture complemented the industrial architecture.”
02hair or fashion grooming
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act of arranging or cutting someone's hair or choosing their clothes to create a specific look.
n. the professional process of arranging hair or coordinating apparel to achieve a desired visual effect.
“She spent two hours on hair styling before the wedding ceremony started.”
“Professional styling for the magazine shoot required a team of three experts to manage the complex wardrobe changes.”
Real-World Examples
“Evidence of hair styling in women dates back to the bronze age.” “And the new Siri AI assistant obviously gets a new icon to match its new styling.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
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