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ponytail
This term describes a specific hairstyle characterized by gathering hair and securing it with a tie or band. While the term is descriptive and neutral, it is most frequently associated with practicality, athletics, or a youthful appearance. It is distinct from a bun, where the hair is coiled, or a braid, where the hair is interwoven.
In a social context, the word is used across all registers, from casual conversation to formal descriptions of appearance. It is a concrete noun referring to a physical arrangement of hair and does not carry significant metaphorical weight in standard English.
Meanings
Examples
She tied her hair back in a ponytail before starting the workout.
I should probably put my hair in a ponytail so it does not get in my face.
The girl with the high ponytail is the captain of the cheerleading squad.
She wore her hair in a sleek ponytail for the business presentation.
The protagonist has a long blonde ponytail that sways when she walks.
I wonder if a ponytail would look better than leaving my hair down.
He tied his long hair into a small ponytail to keep it out of his eyes.