eyelash

noun

eye·​lash ˈī-ˌlash How to pronounce eyelash (audio)
1
: the fringe of hair edging the eyelid
usually used in plural
2
: a single hair of the eyelashes
3

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The sculpted silhouette goes all the way back to 1981 in the Thierry Mugler archives, and features the classic Mugler eyelash detailing on the bust. Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025 Both types of eyelash glue work well for applying false eyelashes. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2025 Then there was Bambi, who was quite extraordinary looking with huge eyes and the longest eyelashes. Josh Wigler, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Feb. 2025 Its buildable formula contains vitamin E, a nourishing antioxidant that supports healthy eyelashes, Dr. Kelley says. Sara Coughlin, SELF, 3 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for eyelash

Word History

First Known Use

1675, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of eyelash was in 1675

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“Eyelash.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eyelash. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

eyelash

noun
eye·​lash -ˌlash How to pronounce eyelash (audio)
: a single hair of the fringe on the eyelid

Medical Definition

eyelash

noun
eye·​lash ˈī-ˌlash How to pronounce eyelash (audio)
1
: the fringe of hair edging the eyelid
usually used in plural
2
: a single hair of the eyelashes

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