Lineament (Noun)
Meaning 1
The characteristic parts of a person's face: eyes and nose and mouth and chin; "an expression of pleasure crossed his features"; "his lineaments were very regular".
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- Her face was a perfect oval, with regular lineaments that made her a standout in any crowd.
- The ancient Greek sculptures were known for their beautiful lineaments, capturing the subtleties of human emotion.
- The camera captured the fine lineaments of her face, from the sharp curve of her eyebrows to the delicate shape of her lips.
- The old master's painting rendered the subject's lineaments with precision and skill, revealing the inner workings of their mind.
- Her bright blue eyes were the most striking feature of her lineaments, drawing attention to the overall harmony of her face.
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Meaning 2
A characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something; "each town has a quality all its own"; "the radical character of our demands".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.