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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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Megan paired her short hair with bold black cat eye liner, Y2K-esque light gray eye shadow applied all the way up to her brows, and lined glossy lips.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 7 Oct. 2024
This crayon-like product gives your makeup a youthful glow that will complement all of your eye shadows.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 20 Sep. 2024
The goodies include the brand's F80 Flat Kabuki, which is perfect for applying liquid or cream products, F35 Tapered Highlighter brush, and E40 Tapered Blending brush for applying and blending eye shadow.
—Anamaria Glavan, Allure, 1 Oct. 2024
Gaga wore her red tresses in loose waves, while her makeup consisted of taupe eye shadow, pink coral blush and a matching lip.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 1 Oct. 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 22 Oct. 2024.
Kids Definition
eye shadow
noun
: a colored cosmetic applied to the eyelids
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