eyeliner

noun

eye·​lin·​er ˈī-ˌlī-nər How to pronounce eyeliner (audio)
: makeup used to emphasize the contour of the eyes

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Less of a freckle pen and more of an eyeliner doubling as a beauty mark maker—e.l.f.’s waterproof eyeliner pen will not only give you a slick cat eye that lasts but also masquerades any unwanted acne spots underneath a faux beauty mark. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2025 The first photo was of her without makeup and with her natural hair, and the second photo showed her in a foundation that was the wrong shade, cherry red blush, intense black lip and eyeliner paired with a blonde wig. Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 25 Mar. 2025 Her makeup had a sultry rocker edge to it with the black eyeliner and pink-toned nude lip, while her hair served beachy glam courtesy of her effortless mermaid waves. Michelle Lee, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025 From selecting a crease-free concealer, to color-correcting dark circles, to the use of eyeliner and eye shadows to elongate or accentuate eye shapes, the entire process can feel elusive. Jessica Ourisman, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for eyeliner

Word History

First Known Use

1929, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of eyeliner was in 1929

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“Eyeliner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eyeliner. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.

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eyeliner

noun
eye·​lin·​er ˈī-ˌlī-nər How to pronounce eyeliner (audio)
: makeup used to emphasize the outline of the eye

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