Eyebrow Meaning
/ˈaɪˌbɹaʊ/Definition, CEFR level A2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe hair that grows over the bone ridge above the eye socket.
nounA dormer, usually of small size, whose roof line over the upright face is typically an arched curve, turning into a reverse curve to meet the horizontal line at either end.
Sentence Examples
He did not even raise an eyebrow at the news of his wife's death.
He showed his disapproval by raising an eyebrow.
CEFR Practice Quiz
She raised one ____ in disbelief after hearing his outrageous excuse.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She raised an ____ in surprise when she heard the news of the sudden and unexpected move.
Word Origin & History
From Middle English eȝebreu, alteration of Old English ēaganbrū (“eyebrow”), equivalent to eye + brow. The corresponding Old English ēagbrǣw meant "eyelid". Compare Dutch oogbrauw (“eyelid; eyelash; eyebrow”), German Augenbraue (“eyebrow”).
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"Rodas watched Tinker disappear through the door before eyebrowing a question at Barrow. Barrow gestured at him to stay put. Rodas settled back."
— 2015, Kathy Reichs, Bones Never Lie, page 23:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
She raised one ____ in disbelief after hearing his outrageous excuse.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She raised an ____ in surprise when she heard the news of the sudden and unexpected move.