Topknot
noun
A knot of hair arranged on the top of the head.
She styled her long hair into a neat topknot.
Often appears as...
- messy topknot
- stylish topknot
noun
A small ornament, usually a tuft or aigrette, fixed to the top, or front, of a headdress.
The warrior's helmet was adorned with a feathered topknot.
Often appears as...
- feathered topknot
- ornamental topknot
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Approving
Historical
noun
A distinctive crest or knot of feathers, hair, or skin on the top of the head of a bird or other animal.
The bird has a striking red topknot.
Often appears as...
- bird's topknot
- animal's topknot
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Natural History
noun
A knot of hair arranged on the top of the head.
She styled her long hair into a neat topknot.
Often appears as...
- messy topknot
- stylish topknot
noun
A small ornament, usually a tuft or aigrette, fixed to the top, or front, of a headdress.
The warrior's helmet was adorned with a feathered topknot.
Often appears as...
- feathered topknot
- ornamental topknot
Usage tips
Approving
Historical
noun
A distinctive crest or knot of feathers, hair, or skin on the top of the head of a bird or other animal.
The bird has a striking red topknot.
Often appears as...
- bird's topknot
- animal's topknot
Usage tips
Natural History
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Fashion Statement
Topknot as a hairstyle often reflects a trendy or fashionable look in modern culture.
At the party, several women sported topknots, a nod to current fashion trends.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Elegance
While 'topknot' can be stylish, it's also commonly used for a casual, effortless hairdo.
Running late, she quickly twisted her hair into a casual topknot.
Pro Tip 3/3Gender Neutral
Both men and women can wear topknots; the term isn't gender-specific.
He secured his hair in a topknot before starting the yoga session.
Pro Tip 1/3Fashion Statement
Topknot as a hairstyle often reflects a trendy or fashionable look in modern culture.
At the party, several women sported topknots, a nod to current fashion trends.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Elegance
While 'topknot' can be stylish, it's also commonly used for a casual, effortless hairdo.
Running late, she quickly twisted her hair into a casual topknot.
Pro Tip 3/3Gender Neutral
Both men and women can wear topknots; the term isn't gender-specific.
He secured his hair in a topknot before starting the yoga session.
Pro Tip 1/3Fashion Statement
Topknot as a hairstyle often reflects a trendy or fashionable look in modern culture.
At the party, several women sported topknots, a nod to current fashion trends.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Elegance
While 'topknot' can be stylish, it's also commonly used for a casual, effortless hairdo.
Running late, she quickly twisted her hair into a casual topknot.
Pro Tip 3/3Gender Neutral
Both men and women can wear topknots; the term isn't gender-specific.
He secured his hair in a topknot before starting the yoga session.
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Water Monitor Climbs a...
he may be a topknot climber but he lands like a dropped pudding hahaha that is or inspiring there he goes again
Video examples
Water Monitor Climbs a...
he may be a topknot climber but he lands like a dropped pudding hahaha that is or inspiring there he goes again
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Quote examples
Briga Heelan
American Actress
For me, in my normal life, I'm very all-or-nothing. I'm super comfortable dressed to the nines - full hair and makeup. I love feeling really done up. And I love feeling undone. I love sweatpants and my hair in a topknot. I go with no makeup. Or I have a full look.
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Mary H.K. Choi
South Korean Author
I suspect that living 24/7 in workout attire is the clothing version of the messy topknot. We all know that your hair is dirty, or too long, or too frizzy, or your roots have grown out, but we are all going to accept it as fabulous because that's the deal.
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Jagmeet Singh
Canadian Lawyer
There is an ancient tradition of how to tie the topknot that gets passed down from parent to child. In my case, my mom taught me it. So this is a tradition, and not all Sikhs know it actually.
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Kat Graham
American Actress
Even if you throw your hair up in a quick topknot or ponytail, you can add instant polish by wearing a headband or bejeweled barrette.
Quote examples
Briga Heelan
American Actress
For me, in my normal life, I'm very all-or-nothing. I'm super comfortable dressed to the nines - full hair and makeup. I love feeling really done up. And I love feeling undone. I love sweatpants and my hair in a topknot. I go with no makeup. Or I have a full look.
Quote examples
Mary H.K. Choi
South Korean Author
I suspect that living 24/7 in workout attire is the clothing version of the messy topknot. We all know that your hair is dirty, or too long, or too frizzy, or your roots have grown out, but we are all going to accept it as fabulous because that's the deal.
Quote examples
Jagmeet Singh
Canadian Lawyer
There is an ancient tradition of how to tie the topknot that gets passed down from parent to child. In my case, my mom taught me it. So this is a tradition, and not all Sikhs know it actually.
Quote examples
Kat Graham
American Actress
Even if you throw your hair up in a quick topknot or ponytail, you can add instant polish by wearing a headband or bejeweled barrette.
Example 1 of 4
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