Supercilium
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌs(j)uː.pəˈsɪl.i.əm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Supercilium is a noun meaning (anatomy, rare) The eyebrow (arch of hair above each eye).
Meaning
(anatomy, rare) The eyebrow (arch of hair above each eye).
More Meanings
- (architecture, classical) The narrow fillet above the cymatium of a cornice.
- (rare, humorous) Superciliousness, haughtiness; an instance of this, a supercilious demeanor.
Word Forms
- supercilia
Synonyms for supercilium
Depending on context, synonyms include brow, eyebrow.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include eyebrow, brow, corrugator, cilium, eyecorner, postclypeus.
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