eyebrow
EYE-brow
Eyebrow (noun) means the strip of hair growing along the ridge above each eye. Example: “He raised an eyebrow in disbelief at the news.”
noun
1
The strip of hair growing along the ridge above each eye.
"He raised an eyebrow in disbelief at the news."
verb
1
To communicate something using a raised eyebrow instead of words.
"She eyebrowed a warning across the table without saying a thing."
How to use eyebrow
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe hair above the eye, often used to express surprise, doubt, or a signal without speaking.
Common pairings
raise an eyebrow
furrowed eyebrows
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Word forms
- Plural
- eyebrows
- Third person singular
- eyebrows
- Past tense
- eyebrowed
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Etymology
From Old English ēaganbrū, a compound of "eye" and "brow" (ridge).
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “eyebrow” mean?
The word “eyebrow” means the strip of hair growing along the ridge above each eye. In plain terms, the hair above the eye, often used to express surprise, doubt, or a signal without speaking.
How do you pronounce “eyebrow”?
“Eyebrow” is pronounced EYE-brow (/ˈaɪˌbɹaʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “eyebrow” in a sentence?
Here is “eyebrow” used in a sentence: “He raised an eyebrow in disbelief at the news.”
What part of speech is “eyebrow”?
Depending on how it is used, “eyebrow” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “eyebrow” come from?
The word “eyebrow” comes from Old English. From Old English ēaganbrū, a compound of "eye" and "brow" (ridge).
Is “eyebrow” a common word?
“Eyebrow” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “eyebrow” have?
“Eyebrow” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the strip of hair growing along the ridge above each eye.
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