brow

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. the line of hair above your eye.

n. the eyebrow or the bony ridge located directly above the eye socket.

“She raised a brow in surprise when she heard the unexpected news.”

“The boxer suffered a deep laceration above his left brow, forcing the referee to pause the match for a medical evaluation.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. the very top edge of a hill or a steep slope.

n. the projecting upper edge of a steep place, such as a hill or a cliff.

“As we reached the brow of the hill, we saw the ocean for the first time.”

“The hikers paused at the brow of the ridge to catch their breath and admire the panoramic view of the valley below.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Nautical Technical

n. a bridge or ramp used to walk between a ship and the land.

n. a portable bridge or gangway used for boarding or disembarking from a vessel alongside a quay.

“The sailors lowered the brow so the passengers could walk onto the pier.”

“The captain ordered the crew to secure the brow firmly to the wharf before allowing the heavy equipment to be rolled ashore.”