Definition

A type of makeup that is applied around the eyes to define their shape and enhance their appearance.

Example

She applied a thick line of eyeliner to make her eyes stand out.

Conversation

I just bought some new eyeliner and I love it!

That sounds awesome! What color did you get?

I went for a classic black eyeliner, but I'm thinking about trying a bold color next time.

You should! A pop of color would look great for a night out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Eyeliner is formed from "eye" (from Old English "ēage", meaning the organ of sight) and "liner" (from the verb "line", meaning to mark or draw a line). The word "eyeliner" refers to a cosmetic product used to draw a line around the eyes.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'eye' as the organ of sight and 'liner' as something that marks or draws a line. This helps you remember that eyeliner is used to draw a line around the eyes.

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