eye shadow

noun

: a cosmetic cream or powder in one of various colors that is applied to the eyelids to accent the eyes

Examples of eye shadow in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Once liquid blushes, bronzers, and eye shadows came on the scene, many people learned just how dewy and radiant their skin could look when not totally dehydrated with a powder coating. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2024 Perfect 10 Eyeshadow Palette in Nude Rose Gold $10 $8 Amazon Shimmering rose golds, rich browns, and sultry plums—this eye shadow palette complements every eye color. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 25 Oct. 2024 Banks wore her brunette tresses in voluminous curls, while her makeup consisted of sparkly eye shadow and winged liner. Hannah Malach, WWD, 17 Oct. 2024 Megan paired her short hair with bold black cat eye liner, Y2K-esque light gray eye shadow applied all the way up to her brows, and lined glossy lips. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 7 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for eye shadow 

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Word History

First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of eye shadow was in 1922

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“Eye shadow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eye%20shadow. Accessed 2 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

eye shadow

noun
: a colored cosmetic applied to the eyelids

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