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: the ridge over the eye or the hair growing usually in a line or arch on the skin over it
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The talk turns gossipy when Peter tells Linda about an early evening call from an occasional hook-up, raising his eyebrows about the guy’s insistence on playing rough trade.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Jan. 2025
Billy Ray Cyrus raises eyebrows:Fans took note of his shaky performance at post-inauguration Liberty Ball
Trace Cyrus' original message came days after Billy Ray Cyrus performed at an event following Trump's inauguration.
—Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY, 27 Jan. 2025
The £150 price tag has raised eyebrows even among ardent Lush fans on forums such as the 115k-member r/LushCosmetics subreddit.
—Victoria Turk, WIRED, 26 Jan. 2025
Process explained Mitch McConnell's vote against Hegseth raises eyebrows among Trump critics
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With Noem at the helm, DHS faces pressing challenges, including implementing Trump's immigration agenda and preparing for potential natural disasters in 2025.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 25 Jan. 2025
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First Known Use
15th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of eyebrow was
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“Eyebrow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eyebrow. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
Kids Definition
eyebrow
noun
eye·brow
ˈī-ˌbrau̇
: 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
: the ridge over the eye or hair growing on it
called also brow
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Britannica English: Translation of eyebrow for Arabic Speakers
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