supercilium

/ˌsupərˈsɪliəm/
noun
  1. The eyebrow, especially in scientific or anatomical contexts.
    • In anatomy class, we learned that the supercilium helps protect the eye from sweat.
    • The artist carefully sketched the supercilium to capture the subject's expression.
    • The doctor examined the patient's supercilium for signs of injury.
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