Eyelash

/ˈaɪˌlæʃ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

One of the short hairs that grow from the edge of the eyelids.

She applied mascara to enhance the length of her eyelashes.

A hair-like structure on the eyelid that protects the eye from dust and debris.

His eyelashes fluttered as he blinked, keeping the dust at bay.

In cosmetics, a false or artificial eyelash used to create a fuller appearance.

She wore dramatic eyelashes for the special event to make her eyes stand out.

The term 'eyelash' is formed from 'eye' + 'lash', where 'lash' refers to a hair or fringe.

bat your eyelashes

to flirt or entice someone through eye contact and fluttering lashes.

eyelash curler

a beauty tool used to curl eyelashes.

false eyelashes

synthetic lashes applied to enhance the appearance of natural eyelashes.

mascara

A cosmetic product used to darken, thicken, and lengthen eyelashes.

eyelid

The fold of skin that covers and protects the eye.

brow

Refers to the hair that grows above the eye on the forehead.

faux lashes

She's wearing faux lashes for the party.

flutter lashes

Check out her flutter lashes; they're gorgeous!