WordGarden.iomascara
C2Pronunciation
UK
- /mæskˈɑːrə/
US
- /mæˈskɛrə/
Meanings
Noun
a cosmetic applied to the eyelashes to darken, lengthen, or thicken them
Beyond the definition
Mascara is a cosmetic used on the eyelashes to make them look darker, longer, thicker, or more noticeable. It is usually put on with a small brush or wand, brushing the color from the base of the lashes to the tips.
Today, it comes in different types, such as lengthening, volumizing, and waterproof. People wear it for many reasons: to create a light everyday look, to make their eyes stand out more, or to add a dramatic touch for a special event. If someone says a person is "wearing too much mascara," they usually mean the lashes look very dark, heavy, or unnatural.
Mascara is a cosmetic product used on the eyelashes to change how they look. It is usually applied with a small brush or wand and is meant to darken, lengthen, thicken, or define the lashes. For many people, it is one of the main makeup products used to make the eyes stand out more.
In everyday use, mascara can create very different effects. Some kinds are made to add volume, so the lashes look fuller. Others are made to add length, separate the lashes, or hold a curl. Waterproof types are designed to resist tears, sweat, or rain, while washable types are easier to remove at the end of the day. The word is most often used when talking about beauty, makeup routines, fashion, or getting ready for work, school, or an event.
People also use the word in simple, practical ways. Someone might say, "I need new mascara," "My mascara smudged," or "She put on mascara before going out." If a person is wearing a lot of it, their lashes may look very bold, thick, or dramatic. If they are wearing only a little, the effect may look natural and light.
Overall, mascara refers to a common eye makeup product for eyelashes, especially one used to make the lashes more visible and attractive.
Examples
- 1
Morning routine
She put on mascara before work.
- 2
Daily use
Do you usually wear mascara every day?
- 3
Makeup product
I need a new tube of mascara; this one is almost dry.
- 4
Waterproof makeup
Use waterproof mascara if you think you might cry.
More examplesFewer examples
- 5
Smudging
Her mascara smudged under her eyes.
- 6
Tearful movie
By the end of the movie, my mascara was running.
See also
Forms and spellings
2 forms open this card.
Main spelling
- mascaranoun
Forms
- mascaraspluralnoun