Eyelash: meaning, definitions and examples

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eyelash

 

[ หˆaษช.lรฆสƒ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

body part

An eyelash is one of the short, hair-like structures that grow on the edges of the eyelids. They help protect the eyes from debris, sweat, and water. Eyelashes have a distinctive curvature that enhances their ability to trap particles and prevent them from entering the eye. In addition, they serve a cosmetic purpose as they frame the eyes and contribute to facial expressions. The length, thickness, and color of eyelashes can vary significantly among individuals.

Synonyms

eyelid hair, lash.

Examples of usage

  • She applied mascara to her eyelashes to make them look longer.
  • His eyelash brushed against her cheek when they leaned close.
  • The wind blew and caused her eyelashes to flutter.
  • She was careful not to rub her eyes and damage her eyelashes.

Translations

Translations of the word "eyelash" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cรญlios

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคฒเค•เฅ‡เค‚

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wimpern

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bulu mata

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั–ั—

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rzฤ™sy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใพใคใ’

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cils

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pestaรฑas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kirpik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์†๋ˆˆ์น

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑู…ูˆุด

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ล™asy

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ rasy

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ซๆฏ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ trepalnice

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ auga hรกr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบั–ั€ะฟั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒแƒ แƒ‘แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kirpik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pestaรฑas

Etymology

The word 'eyelash' originates from the Old English term 'ฤ“alh', which describes a type of hair or bristle. The root 'lash' is related to the Old English word 'lรฆs', meaning a lock of hair. The combination of these terms came to represent the specific hair found on the eyelids. Over time, the use of the word has broadened to encompass not only the physical hairs but also cosmetic practices related to enhancing the appearance of these hairs. The evolution of beauty standards has further popularized the term in fashion and cosmetic industries.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,524 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.