Aquiline
adjective
Describing a nose that has a curve or bend in the middle, like the beak of an eagle.
She had sharp, aquiline features that gave her a majestic look.
Often appears as...
- aquiline nose
- aquiline features
adjective
Pertaining to or characteristic of eagles.
The bird had aquiline habits, often soaring high above the forest to find prey.
Often appears as...
- aquiline behavior
- aquiline habits
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
adjective
Describing a nose that has a curve or bend in the middle, like the beak of an eagle.
She had sharp, aquiline features that gave her a majestic look.
Often appears as...
- aquiline nose
- aquiline features
adjective
Pertaining to or characteristic of eagles.
The bird had aquiline habits, often soaring high above the forest to find prey.
Often appears as...
- aquiline behavior
- aquiline habits
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Distinct Feature
Aquiline is often used to describe a distinctive and prominent nose shape.
His aquiline nose made him easily recognizable in the crowd.
Pro Tip 2/3Classical Beauty
In classical art, an aquiline nose is considered a sign of nobility and beauty.
Statues of ancient leaders often depict them with aquiline noses.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Flattering
While sometimes seen as attractive, 'aquiline' may also imply a harsh or severe appearance.
The villain in the novel was described as having a cold, aquiline profile.
Pro Tip 1/3Distinct Feature
Aquiline is often used to describe a distinctive and prominent nose shape.
His aquiline nose made him easily recognizable in the crowd.
Pro Tip 2/3Classical Beauty
In classical art, an aquiline nose is considered a sign of nobility and beauty.
Statues of ancient leaders often depict them with aquiline noses.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Flattering
While sometimes seen as attractive, 'aquiline' may also imply a harsh or severe appearance.
The villain in the novel was described as having a cold, aquiline profile.
Pro Tip 1/3Distinct Feature
Aquiline is often used to describe a distinctive and prominent nose shape.
His aquiline nose made him easily recognizable in the crowd.
Pro Tip 2/3Classical Beauty
In classical art, an aquiline nose is considered a sign of nobility and beauty.
Statues of ancient leaders often depict them with aquiline noses.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Flattering
While sometimes seen as attractive, 'aquiline' may also imply a harsh or severe appearance.
The villain in the novel was described as having a cold, aquiline profile.
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Video examples
Carol Beckwith & Angela...
all-male beauty and charm contests they have a specific criteria for beauty and every man puts a very pale yellow makeup on his skin and then he draws a long line down his nose to reveal his aquiline features and then he outlines
Video examples
Carol Beckwith & Angela...
all-male beauty and charm contests they have a specific criteria for beauty and every man puts a very pale yellow makeup on his skin and then he draws a long line down his nose to reveal his aquiline features and then he outlines
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