noun Uncommon

eyeliner

EYE-lyn

Eyeliner (noun) means Cosmetic makeup applied along the edge of the eyelid to define the eyes. Example: “She applied a thin line of black eyeliner before heading out.”

noun

Cosmetic makeup applied along the edge of the eyelid to define the eyes.

"She applied a thin line of black eyeliner before heading out."

How to use eyeliner

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMakeup drawn along the eyelid to outline and define the eyes.

Common pairings

winged eyeliner apply eyeliner

Word forms

eyeliners plural

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She applied a thin line of black _____ before heading out.

Etymology

A compound of "eye" + "liner" (something that draws a line).

Rhymes for eyeliner

miner diner liner finer niner Tiner shiner joiner whiner Rainer Reiner Weiner

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Frequently asked questions

What does “eyeliner” mean?

The word “eyeliner” means cosmetic makeup applied along the edge of the eyelid to define the eyes. In plain terms, makeup drawn along the eyelid to outline and define the eyes.

How do you pronounce “eyeliner”?

“Eyeliner” is pronounced EYE-lyn (/ˈaɪˌlaɪnɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “eyeliner” in a sentence?

Here is “eyeliner” used in a sentence: “She applied a thin line of black eyeliner before heading out.”

What part of speech is “eyeliner”?

“Eyeliner” is a noun.

Is “eyeliner” a common word?

“Eyeliner” is an uncommon word in modern English.