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: the ridge over the eye or the hair growing usually in a line or arch on the skin over it
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Probably not—but a new poll out Saturday has raised some people’s eyebrows.
—Sara Dorn, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Bizarre moments In recent weeks, as early voting started in several states, Trump rallies have managed to raise more eyebrows over other strange moments.
—David Jackson, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024
Contour your cheeks, lift your eyebrows, and tighten areas around your neck.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
If that figure isn’t enough to hike the eyebrows, consider this: Just $135 million of that came from his 92 pro-tournament titles, according to the ATP Tour.
—Nick Scott, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2024
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First Known Use
15th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of eyebrow was
in the 15th century
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“Eyebrow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eyebrow. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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
More from Merriam-Webster on eyebrow
Nglish: Translation of eyebrow for Spanish Speakers
Britannica English: Translation of eyebrow for Arabic Speakers
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