eyeliner

noun

eye·​lin·​er ˈī-ˌlī-nər How to pronounce eyeliner (audio)
: makeup used to emphasize the contour of the eyes

Examples of eyeliner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Beecham then applied a deep stroke of eyeliner and fluffy lashes to further enhance Henson's eyes. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 26 Apr. 2024 Put on your eyeliner and Doc Martens boots — and get into it. Shira Ovide, Washington Post, 16 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for eyeliner 

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Word History

First Known Use

1929, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of eyeliner was in 1929

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“Eyeliner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eyeliner. Accessed 5 May. 2024.

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eyeliner

noun
eye·​lin·​er ˈī-ˌlī-nər How to pronounce eyeliner (audio)
: makeup used to emphasize the outline of the eye

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