What does kohl mean?
Kohl means A dark powder, usually powdered stibnite (an antimony ore), used as eye makeup, especially in Eastern countries..
Kohl
/kəʊl/ · noun
Meaning
A dark powder, usually powdered stibnite (an antimony ore), used as eye makeup, especially in Eastern countries..
Definitions by Sense
- A dark powder, usually powdered stibnite (an antimony ore), used as eye makeup, especially in Eastern countries.
- (transitive) To decorate one's eyes with kohl.
Example Sentences
A plain, big woman with heavily kohled eyes and pudgy arms.
Synonyms for kohl
Antonyms for kohl
Related Words
Word Forms
- kohls
- kohling
- kohled
Usage Notes
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A plain, big woman with heavily kohled eyes and pudgy arms.
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