Guyliner

Pronunciation: /ˈɡaɪˌlaɪnər/

Definitions of guyliner

noun a cosmetic product used by men to define and accentuate the eyes, typically in the form of eyeliner

Example Sentences

A1 He wears guyliner to make his eyes stand out.

A2 Guyliner is a popular makeup choice for some men.

B1 The rock star is known for his signature guyliner look.

B2 Some people believe that guyliner can enhance a person's features.

C1 The actor's flawless application of guyliner added to his mysterious persona.

C2 Guyliner has become a staple in the beauty routines of many male celebrities.

Examples of guyliner in a Sentence

formal The actor wore guyliner to enhance his eyes for the red carpet event.

informal I think guyliner looks really cool on guys who can pull it off.

slang Hey, check out that dude with the guyliner, he looks badass.

figurative His guyliner was like a shield, hiding the vulnerability in his eyes.

Grammatical Forms of guyliner

• past tense: wore
• plural: guyliners
• comparative: more guyliner
• superlative: most guyliner
• present tense: wears
• future tense: will wear
• perfect tense: has worn
• continuous tense: is wearing
• singular: guyliner
• positive degree: guyliner
• infinitive: to wear guyliner
• gerund: wearing guyliner
• participle: wearing

Origin and Evolution of guyliner

First Known Use: 2000 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'guyliner' is a portmanteau of the words 'guy' and 'eyeliner', combining the idea of men wearing eyeliner.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe men wearing eyeliner, 'guyliner' has evolved to become a term for any gender wearing eyeliner, breaking traditional gender norms in the beauty industry.