smoky eye

[ smoh-kee ahy ]
/ ˈsmoʊ ki ˌaɪ /

noun

Often smok·y eyes. a style of eye makeup application in which dark eyeshadow is applied to the top and bottom eyelids and blended for a dramatic effect (often used attributively): the perfect smoky eye; gorgeous smoky eyes; a dreamy smoky eye look.

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decorum
the act of or need for making up one's mind.
dignified propriety of behavior, speech, dress, etc.
a company of singers, especially an organized group employed in church service.
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Also smok·ey eye.

Origin of smoky eye

First recorded in 2005–10

Words nearby smoky eye

smoking room, smoking stand, smoking-concert, smoko, smoky, smoky eye, smoky hill, smoky mountains, smoky quartz, smoky river, smoky topaz
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