cheekbone
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Definition
Noun: * The arch of bone beneath the eye that forms the prominence of the cheek. It is the bone that shapes the upper part of the cheek and the lower rim of the eye socket.
Usage
The word "cheekbone" is a countable noun used to refer to this specific facial bone. It is commonly used in descriptions of facial structure, anatomy, beauty, and expressions. * Singular: "cheekbone" * Plural: "cheekbones"
Examples
- She has very high, prominent cheekbones.
- The boxer suffered a fracture to his cheekbone during the match.
- Her cheekbones were flushed with color from the cold wind.
- In human anatomy, the cheekbone is also known as the zygomatic bone.
Advanced Usage
- "High cheekbones": A phrase often used to describe a facial feature where the cheekbones are positioned relatively high on the face, which is considered a classic trait in many beauty standards.
- Models are often chosen for their high cheekbones and symmetrical features.
Variants and Related Words
- Zygomatic bone (n): The formal anatomical and medical term for the cheekbone.
- Malar bone (n): Another, less common, anatomical term for the cheekbone.
- Zygoma (n): A term used in anatomy referring to the cheekbone arch or the bone itself.
Synonyms
- Zygomatic bone: (Anatomical synonym)
- Malar bone: (Anatomical synonym)
Related Phrases
- Cheekbone structure: Refers to the shape and prominence of the cheekbones.
- The artist paid careful attention to the subject's cheekbone structure.
Noun
- the arch of bone beneath the eye that forms the prominence of the cheek