eyebrow

[ahy-brou]

noun

1. the arch or ridge forming the upper part of the orbit of the eye.

2. the fringe of hair growing on this arch or ridge.

3. a dormer having a roof that is an upwardly curved continuation of the main roof plane.

4. Printing, Journalism.,  kicker.

5. Nautical.,  a curved molding protecting a port from falling or dripping water.

eyebrow

/ ˈaɪˌbraʊ /

noun

1. the transverse bony ridge over each eye

2. the arch of hair that covers this ridge

3. See raise

Word History and Origins

Origin of eyebrow¹

First recorded in 1575–85; eye + brow

Idioms and Phrases

see cause raised eyebrows.

Example Sentences

"There might be some eyebrows raised at certain kinds of targets but they will fit a really good specific model that may surprise the fans," Barrett said.

From BBC

But then he pivoted to another suggestion that raised eyebrows in South Korea.

From Los Angeles Times

No eyebrows raised, no jaws dropped, no gobs smacked.

From BBC

With each story, Watters egged them on, raising his eyebrows in disbelief.

From Salon

When his client lifts his eyebrows up, his skin creases as he points at various areas.

From BBC

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