eyeliner

noun

eye·​lin·​er ˈī-ˌlī-nər 

: makeup used to emphasize the contour of the eyes

Examples of eyeliner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Full, dark arched eyebrows framed Roberts’ brown eyes bracketed by cluster eyelashes and a simple swoop of eyeliner. — Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2026

Jenna Ortega paired her hairstyle with natural-finish makeup that let her freckles show through, featuring groomed eyebrows, black eyeliner, mascara, and a satin nude lipstick. — María Diez, Glamour, 3 Nov. 2026

Celebrity makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran recommends applying a bold eyeliner and blending it across the lid as an approachable way to try a statement eye. — Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 3 Nov. 2026

Jaikaran recommends applying a bold eyeliner and blending it across the eyelid as an approachable entry point. — Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1929, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for eyeliner

• airliner
• combiner
• designer
• diviner
• headliner
• pulvinar
• recliner
• refiner
• diner
• finer
• liner
• miner

Kids Definition

eyeliner

noun

eye·​lin·​er ˈī-ˌlī-nər 

: makeup used to emphasize the outline of the eye