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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These multipurpose sticks can also be used as eye shadow, blush, and lip tint. Annie Blackman, Allure, 18 July 2025 Remi Wolf Wolf morphed into a Y2K cowgirl, mixing cheetah print with shimmery blue eye shadow that traveled across her lids and under her eyes. Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 18 July 2025 For makeup fun, there is pretend lipstick, two nail polish bottles, blush, a makeup brush, eye shadow and an applicator. Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 9 July 2025 Hairdresser Laura Barcelo styled the actress’ brunette tresses in waves, while makeup artist Carolina Banegas gave her sparkly eye shadow, rosy blush and a nude lip. Hannah Malach, WWD, 24 Feb. 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 26 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

eye shadow

noun
: a colored cosmetic applied to the eyelids

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