Jawline: meaning, definitions and examples

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jawline

[ ˈdʒɔːlaɪn ]

Noun

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physical appearance

The jawline refers to the outline of the lower part of a person's face, especially in profile view. A well-defined jawline is often considered attractive and can enhance facial symmetry.

Synonyms

chin line, jaw contour, mandibular line.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
jawline	Same as above, describes the outline of the lower part of the face and is commonly used. His jawline is very sharp and prominent
jaw contour	Frequently used in beauty and makeup contexts to describe the technique or appearance of shaping the jaw area. She used makeup to enhance her jaw contour Good jaw contouring can change the entire face shape
mandibular line	Mostly used in medical, anatomical, or technical contexts to describe the bone structure or anatomy of the jaw. The mandibular line is crucial when studying skull anatomy Doctors examined the mandibular line for any signs of fractures
chin line	Typically used in more casual or descriptive contexts to emphasize the line specifically below the chin, often in art or photography. The shadow really highlights her chin line Artists often pay close attention to the chin line when drawing portraits

Examples of usage

The model's sharp jawline accentuated her features.
He had a strong jawline that gave him a chiseled look.

Translations

Translations of the word "jawline" in other languages:

🇵🇹 linha da mandíbula

🇮🇳 जबड़े की रेखा

🇩🇪 Kieferlinie

🇮🇩 garis rahang

🇺🇦 лінія щелепи

🇵🇱 linia szczęki

🇯🇵 顎のライン

🇫🇷 ligne de mâchoire

🇪🇸 línea de la mandíbula

🇹🇷 çene hattı

🇰🇷 턱선

🇸🇦 خط الفك

🇨🇿 čelistní linie

🇸🇰 čeľustná línia

🇨🇳 下颌线

🇸🇮 čeljustna linija

🇮🇸 kjálkalína

🇰🇿 жақ сызығы

🇬🇪 ყბის ხაზი

🇦🇿 çənə xətti

🇲🇽 línea de la mandíbula

Etymology

The word 'jawline' originated from the combination of 'jaw', referring to the lower part of the face, and 'line', describing the outline or contour. The concept of a well-defined jawline has been associated with attractiveness and facial aesthetics throughout history, with various cultures valuing different jawline shapes as ideal.