Cheekbone
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈt͡ʃikˌboʊn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cheekbone is a noun meaning The small prominent bone of the cheek.
Meaning
The small prominent bone of the cheek.
Example Sentences
A youngish-looking man came up to him, and aggressive-looking type with a hook mouth, a lantern nose, and small beady little cheekbones.
She was like a Beardsley Salome, he had said. And indeed she had the narrow eyes and the high cheekbone of that creature, and as nearly the sinuosity as is compatible with human symmetry.
Word Forms
- cheekbones
- cheek bone
Synonyms for cheekbone
Depending on context, synonyms include zygoma, mala.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mala, zygoma, zygomaticum, cheek, jawline, chinbone.
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