guyliner

noun

guy·​lin·​er ˈgī-ˌlī-nər How to pronounce guyliner (audio)
plural guyliners
informal
: eyeliner worn by men or boys
Ladies, get ready for your man helping himself to the contents of your makeup bag, as 'guyliner' makes its triumphant return to the mainstream.Lollie Hancock
Guyliner has been a way for artists to make a statement throughout history—from the silent movie era in the 1920s to punk …Fawnia Soo Hoo

Word History

Etymology

blend of guy entry 1 and eyeliner

First Known Use

2004, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of guyliner was in 2004

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“Guyliner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/guyliner. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.

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