Kohl (Noun)
Meaning
A cosmetic preparation used by women in Egypt and Arabia to darken the edges of their eyelids.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The ancient Egyptian queen used kohl to accentuate her eyes and give herself a mysterious allure.
- Kohl was an essential item in the beauty routine of every woman in Arabia, used to protect the eyes from the harsh desert sun.
- She applied the kohl carefully, tracing a fine line along the edge of her eyelid to create a dramatic effect.
- The merchant sold various shades of kohl at his stall in the bustling market, each one guaranteed to make the wearer's eyes sparkle.
- As a child, she watched in fascination as her mother applied kohl to her eyes, learning the ancient technique that had been passed down through generations.