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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Vogel was responsible for Anderson’s trademark 1990s glam, featuring smoky eye shadow, ultra-thin brows, and a nude lipstick. Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 21 May 2025 For the runway, Levy played with a range of eye shadow shades and opacities on the lips, from sheer, pearlescent lilac to full-on, shimmering lime green. Sophia Panych, Allure, 20 May 2025 Meanwhile, her makeup was simple, with a deep black eyeliner, a shimmering silver eye shadow and a nude matte lipstick. Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 17 May 2025 Bold as always, with silver eye shadow, glittery eyebrows and pink face paint. Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 6 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for eye shadow

Word History

First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of eye shadow was in 1922

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“Eye shadow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eye%20shadow. Accessed 31 May. 2025.

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eye shadow

noun
: a colored cosmetic applied to the eyelids

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