eyelash
EYE-lash
Eyelash (noun) means one of the short hairs growing along the edge of the eyelid. Example: “A stray eyelash had fallen onto her cheek.”
noun
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One of the short hairs growing along the edge of the eyelid.
"A stray eyelash had fallen onto her cheek."
How to use eyelash
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe short hairs that line the edge of the eyelid, protecting the eye and often emphasized with mascara.
Common pairings
false eyelashes
batting her eyelashes
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- Plural
- eyelashes
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Etymology
A compound of "eye" + "lash."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “eyelash” mean?
The word “eyelash” means one of the short hairs growing along the edge of the eyelid. In plain terms, the short hairs that line the edge of the eyelid, protecting the eye and often emphasized with mascara.
How do you pronounce “eyelash”?
“Eyelash” is pronounced EYE-lash (/ˈaɪlæʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “eyelash” in a sentence?
Here is “eyelash” used in a sentence: “A stray eyelash had fallen onto her cheek.”
What part of speech is “eyelash”?
“Eyelash” is a noun.
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