eyebrow

noun

eye·​brow ˈī-ˌbrau̇ 

: the ridge over the eye or the hair growing usually in a line or arch on the skin over it

Examples of eyebrow in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Former first lady Michelle Obama is skipping President-elect Trump’s inauguration next week, after raising eyebrows by not attending former President Jimmy Carter’s funeral in Washington, D.C., last week. —Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 14 Jan. 2025

While few questioned Utah’s fourth place finish in the standings, the scoring that led to their final result raised eyebrows. —Caroline Price, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025

Watching it all, with eyebrows raised, was Nigel Farage. —Sam Knight, The New Yorker, 10 Jan. 2025

Known for her daring beauty choices, bleached eyebrows aren't exactly a surprising move for Gaga. —Catherine Santino, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing eyebrow

• eyebrow pencil

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