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kohl
1[ kohl ]
noun
- a powder, as finely powdered antimony sulfide, used as a cosmetic to darken the eyelids, eyebrows, etc.
Kohl
2[ kohl ]
noun
- ·ܳ [hel, -m, oo, t], 1930–2017, German political leader: chancellor of West Germany (1982–90); chancellor of Germany 1990–98.
kohl
1/ əʊ /
noun
- a cosmetic powder used, originally esp in Muslim and Asian countries, to darken the area around the eyes. It is usually powdered antimony sulphide
Kohl
2/ əʊ /
noun
- KohlHelmut1930MGermanPOLITICS: statesman Helmut (ˈhɛlmuːt). born 1930, German statesman: chancellor of West Germany (1982–90) and of Germany (1990–98)
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of kohl1
Example Sentences
Take for example ithmid, which is deemed the “purest form of kohl” by Muslims across the Middle East and North Africa and other parts of Africa and Asia.
As readers twist open their liner applicator, they’ll be reminded of the Wodaabe men who wear kohl to enhance their appearance and attract a partner in a ritual ceremony.
Underneath her veil, Baher’s face was round, her tired eyes lined with kohl.
The walls of one room were covered with photographs of her in full kumari regalia, a small girl with brightly painted lips and eyes lined with kohl.
A collection of cosmetics was found, including kohl containers, as well as bracelets and earrings.
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