Search Dictionary
Definition of monobrow

monobrow

/ˈmɑːnoʊbraʊ/
mon · o · brow
Plural:monobrows
•
Adjective:monobrowed
JUMP TO:

monobrow Lexical Profile

monobrow Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

British A single continuous eyebrow formed when hair grows across the bridge of the nose, joining the two eyebrows together.

Example

"The famous self-portraits of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo proudly feature her distinctive monobrow."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for monobrow

Word Nuance & Usage

While 'monobrow' is the standard colloquial term in British, Australian, and New Zealand English, 'unibrow' is far more common in North American English. In clinical or anatomical contexts, the formal medical term 'synophrys' is used instead.

• Nearby Words

monkshood
mono
mono river
monobrow
monobrowed
monocausal
monochromatic

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 20th century by combining the Greek-derived prefix 'mono-' (meaning 'single' or 'alone') with 'brow', from Old English 'bru' ('eyebrow, eyelid, or eyelash').

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Monobrow. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/monobrow
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.