eyebrow

noun

eye·​brow ˈī-ˌbrau̇ 

: the ridge over the eye or the hair growing usually in a line or arch on the skin over it

see also:

raise eyebrows

Examples of eyebrow in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Ear, nose, mouth, eyebrow and nipple piercings are also offered, costing between $60-$100. — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 1 Oct. 2026

The decision is sure to raise some eyebrows, as have many previous Globes musical or comedy submissions, including those mentioned above and, most famously, The Martian. — Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2026

Even Arbogast’s radio partner, former Trojans defensive tackle Shaun Cody, raised his eyebrows at the suggestion. — Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026

Blunt Shag Full bangs rest below the eyebrows to accentuate facial features. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing eyebrow

• eyebrow pencil

Rhymes for eyebrow

• anyhow
• carabao
• disallow
• disavow
• allow
• avow
• chiao
• endow
• highbrow
• lanao
• meow
• powwow

Kids Definition

eyebrow

noun

eye·​brow ˈī-ˌbrau̇ 

: the ridge over the eye or hair growing usually in a line or arch on the skin over it

Medical Definition

eyebrow

noun

eye·​brow ˈī-ˌbrau̇ 

: the ridge over the eye or hair growing on it

called also brow