deep-set

[deep-set]

adjective

1. placed far in.

   a face with deep-set eyes under bushy brows.

deep-set

adjective

1. (of the eyes) deeply set into the face

Word History and Origins

Origin of deep-set¹

First recorded in 1830–35

Example Sentences

Flush with emotion after expressing some of that deep-set pain and perhaps trying to stave off a no-turning-back reality, Derek tries to convince his friend he feels better getting everything out.

From Los Angeles Times

As Stone arrived Root farmed the strike, but was made to wait for his ton by Sri Lanka’s deep-set field.

From BBC

In one photo, Reba is wearing a black button-down, her salt and pepper hair cropped short above her deep-set eyes.

From Washington Times

In one photo, Reba is wearing a black button down, her salt and pepper hair cropped short above her deep-set eyes.

From Seattle Times

His eyes are bright and deep-set and his voice has a resonance that draws you close.

From Los Angeles Times

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