Definition of kohl
:a preparation used especially in Arabia and Egypt to darken the edges of the eyelids
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Across the board from liquid to kohl, ABSNY knows how to draw a line.
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Make your own gel liner by warming the tip of a kohl liner with a lighter.
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Origin and Etymology of kohl
Kohl
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biographical name
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Definition of Kohl
Helmut 1930–2017 chancellor of West Germany (1982–90) chancellor of Germany (1990–98)
KOHL Defined for English Language Learners
kohl
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noun
Definition of kohl for English Language Learners
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: a type of makeup that is used to put a black or dark gray line or mark around the eyes
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