jawline

noun

jaw·​line ˈjȯ-ˌlīn How to pronounce jawline (audio)
: the outline of the lower jaw

Examples of jawline in a Sentence

He has a strong jawline.
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Square faces, for instance, are usually balanced at the forehead, cheekbones, and jawline. Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 12 June 2026 Cutting the hair directly on the shoulders delivers a perfectly soft look and frames the jawline. Tessa Petak, InStyle, 10 June 2026 For first-timers, Pekar recommends tapping around your eyes, lifting your jawline, and, most importantly, taking your time. Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026 Rest assured, this will not require Adam Feuerstein, Matthew Herper or Angus Chen to hammer on their jawlines. Matthew Herper, STAT, 29 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for jawline

Word History

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of jawline was in 1924

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“Jawline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jawline. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

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