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eye shadow
noun
: a cosmetic cream or powder in one of various colors that is applied to the eyelids to accent the eyes
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Her glam highlighted her gown's ethereal essence and included shimmery eye shadow, nude lipgloss and a high updo topped off with an oversized black bow.
—Sabienna Bowman, Peoplemag, 3 May 2024
Floods reveal artifacts Other products previously unearthed in Egypt and the Middle East and studied by archaeologists have included black kohl eyeliners and lighter-colored compounds used as eye shadows or foundations.
—Katie Hunt, CNN, 18 Mar. 2024
The The Idea of You star transformed herself into a sleek seductress with a faux pompadour pixie hairstyle and deep, dark vampy lipstick and eye shadow to match.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 25 Mar. 2024
The singer made sure to complement the bold color with monochromatic lips and eye shadow.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1922, in the meaning defined above
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“Eye shadow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eye%20shadow. Accessed 12 Jun. 2024.
Kids Definition
eye shadow
noun
: a colored cosmetic applied to the eyelids
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