brow

1 of 2

noun (1)

ˈbrau̇ 

1

a

: eyebrow

b

: forehead

2

: the projecting upper part or margin of a steep place

3

: expression, mien

brow

2 of 2

noun (2)

: gangplank

Examples of brow in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The product names are a nod to timeless brow trends of the past, but the formulas are something of the future. Pick up any (and all) of these modern classics belonging to the best Merit Beauty early Black Friday deals. —Annie Blackman, Allure, 23 Oct. 2024

His father stood waiting for him with his arms folded and his brow furrowed. —John Blake, CNN, 3 Nov. 2024

These reusable silicone patches help smooth fine lines around the brows, eyes, mouth, and neck. —Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024

Her makeup, done by artist Tina Turnbow, featured a natural look with bold eyes and brows. —Julia Teti, WWD, 29 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

Middle English, from Old English brū; akin to Old Norse brūn eyebrow, Greek ophrys, Sanskrit bhrū

Noun (2)

perhaps from Danish or Swedish bro bridge; akin to Old English brycg bridge

First Known Use

Noun (1)

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Noun (2)

1867, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing brow

• brow ridge
• by the sweat of one's brow
• knit one's brow/brows

Kids Definition

brow

noun

ˈbrau̇

1

a

: eyebrow

b

: forehead

2

: the upper edge of a steep slope

Medical Definition

brow

noun

ˈbrau̇ 

1

: eyebrow

2

: either of the lateral prominences of the forehead

3

: forehead