eyelash

noun

eye·​lash ˈī-ˌlash How to pronounce eyelash (audio)
1
: the fringe of hair edging the eyelid
usually used in plural
2
: a single hair of the eyelashes
3

Examples of eyelash in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Democrats called for Greene's eyelash comment to Crockett to be stricken from the record and the congresswoman to be barred from speaking for the rest of the proceedings. Lauren Peller, ABC News, 17 May 2024 While Rowland’s nostalgic golden hue complemented her bob, Fantasia’s pixie cut was covered with a laced head piece as long, straight eyelashes framed a deep oceanic-colored shadow. India Espy-Jones, Essence, 13 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for eyelash 

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Word History

First Known Use

1675, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of eyelash was in 1675

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Cite this Entry

“Eyelash.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eyelash. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

eyelash

noun
eye·​lash -ˌlash How to pronounce eyelash (audio)
: a single hair of the fringe on the eyelid

Medical Definition

eyelash

noun
eye·​lash ˈī-ˌlash How to pronounce eyelash (audio)
1
: the fringe of hair edging the eyelid
usually used in plural
2
: a single hair of the eyelashes

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