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eye shadow
noun
: a cosmetic cream or powder in one of various colors that is applied to the eyelids to accent the eyes
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Under the bangs were pencil-thin brows just like the ones Anderson has become synonymous with, highlighted by a vibrant, shimmery violet eye shadow applied all over the lid and lots of black eyeliner.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 5 Nov. 2024
Portman wore a glam makeup look for the occasion with dramatic brown eye shadow, dark blush and a dark pink lipstick.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
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The actress’ makeup consisted of pale blue eye shadow and a muted mauve lip, while her platinum blond curls peeked out beneath a white skull cap.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 21 Oct. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1922, in the meaning defined above
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“Eye shadow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eye%20shadow. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
eye shadow
noun
: a colored cosmetic applied to the eyelids
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