Meaning of the word brow in English

What does brow mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

brow

US /braʊ/

UK /braʊ/

the part of the face above the eyes and below the hairline

Example:

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She wiped a bead of sweat from her brow.

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His brow furrowed in concentration.

Synonym:

forehead temple

the summit of a hill or mountain

Example:

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We reached the brow of the hill and saw the valley below.

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The old house stood on the brow of the cliff.

Synonym:

summit crest peak top ridge