eyebrow

noun

eye·​brow ˈī-ˌbrau̇ How to pronounce eyebrow (audio)
: the ridge over the eye or the hair growing usually in a line or arch on the skin over it

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Robinson is one of several staffers who have exited the Sussexes’ team in recent years, raising eyebrows. Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2025 Billingslea included side-by-side photographs that would be sure to raise eyebrows. Joshua Goodman, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2025 The Siri slip-up isn't the first time Graham's been caught in an eyebrow-raising moment. Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025 Elordi's version of the mad scientist's monster boasts pale skin covered in scars, an alarming absence of eyebrows, and ratty dark hair extending past his shoulders. Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for eyebrow

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of eyebrow was in the 15th century

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“Eyebrow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eyebrow. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

eyebrow

noun
eye·​brow ˈī-ˌbrau̇ How to pronounce eyebrow (audio)
: the ridge over the eye or hair growing usually in a line or arch on the skin over it

Medical Definition

eyebrow

noun
eye·​brow ˈī-ˌbrau̇ How to pronounce eyebrow (audio)
: the ridge over the eye or hair growing on it

called also brow

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