Lash: meaning, definitions and examples

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lash

[ læʃ ]

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eye makeup

A cosmetic applied to the eyelashes to make them look longer, thicker, and darker.

Synonyms

eyelash enhancer, mascara

Examples of usage

Lash mascara is popular among women for enhancing their eyelashes.
She used a lash curler before applying mascara to her lashes.

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strike

To strike someone or something with a whip or stick.

Synonyms

strike, whip

Examples of usage

The trainer would lash the horse to make it move faster.
The storm lashed the coastline, causing significant damage.

Translations

Translations of the word "lash" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cílios

🇮🇳 पलक

🇩🇪 Wimper

🇮🇩 bulu mata

🇺🇦 вія

🇵🇱 rzęsa

🇯🇵 まつげ (matsu-ge)

🇫🇷 cil

🇪🇸 pestaña

🇹🇷 kirpik

🇰🇷 속눈썹 (soknun-sseop)

🇸🇦 رموش (rumush)

🇨🇿 řasa

🇸🇰 rias

🇨🇳 睫毛 (jiémáo)

🇸🇮 trepalnica

🇮🇸 augnhár

🇰🇿 кірпік

🇬🇪 წარბი (ts'arbi)

🇦🇿 kiprik

🇲🇽 pestaña

Word origin

The word 'lash' has a long history, originating from Old English 'læsc' meaning 'a blow, stroke, or lash of a whip.' Over time, its usage expanded to include eyelash cosmetics and various forms of striking or whipping. The versatility of 'lash' as both a noun and a verb showcases its enduring relevance in modern language.