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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Hairdresser Halley Brisker styled Moore’s auburn tresses in a middle part, while makeup artist Kay Montano gave her a mauve lip, winged eyeliner and rosy blush. Hannah Malach, WWD, 17 Dec. 2024 There are 24 striking eyeliner pencils in shades that range from everyday browns and blacks to statement blues (27–Bleuet) and shimmering golds (15–Mordoré), each crafted with a smudger on opposite ends for added customization. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024 Stefani styled the look with a bold makeup look, including a red lip, eyeliner and bold lashes. Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 14 Dec. 2024 The rest of her glam was her usual thing: smudgy eyeliner winged out. Aamina Inayat Khan, StyleCaster, 12 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for eyeliner 

Word History

First Known Use

1929, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 22 Dec. 2024.

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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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