epicanthus

/ˌɛpɪˈkænθəs/
noun
  1. A fold of skin at the inner corner of the eye; same as an epicanthic fold.
    • An epicanthus is a normal feature in many populations.
    • The doctor noted a slight epicanthus in the newborn.
    • The epicanthus can make the eyes appear more slanted.
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