eyelash

[ ahy-lash ]

noun

1. one of the short, thick, curved hairs growing as a fringe on the edge of an eyelid.
2. the fringe of hairs itself.

eyelash

/ ˈaɪˌlæʃ /

noun

1. any one of the short curved hairs that grow from the edge of the eyelids
2. a row or fringe of these hairs

Word History and Origins

Origin of eyelash¹

First recorded in 1745–55; eye + lash ¹

Example Sentences

That’s not nearly as dramatic as the mano a mano competition on the track, where some races are over in 10 seconds, the winner decided by an eyelash.

From Los Angeles Times

Now, obsessed fans are showcasing them in acrylic display cases in their homes, clipping them onto their backpacks and purses, and customizing them with fake eyelashes, tiny clothes and braces.

From Los Angeles Times

She was also stunningly beautiful, he said, with long eyelashes, blond eyebrows and a perfect brown coat.

From Los Angeles Times

Although he was dubious, I batted my eyelashes a few times and he let me through.

From Los Angeles Times

She has beautiful hazel eyes and long eyelashes, but they’re wide open, barely blinking as she breathes heavily into an oxygen mask that covers most of her little face.

From BBC

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