lineament — a distinctive feature or characteristic, especially of the face
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a distinctive feature or characteristic, especially of the face
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlɪniəmənt/
Example Sentences
- The artist spent hours capturing every lineament of the model's face.
- His rugged lineaments told the story of a life lived outdoors.
- The detective tried to remember the suspect's lineaments, but all he could recall was a very large nose.
lineament
NOUN[/ˈlɪniəmənt/]
a distinctive feature or characteristic, especially of the face
a distinctive feature or characteristic, especially of the face
Every facial element finds its perfect complement in each lineament.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin lineamentum, which evolved from the verb lineare (to draw a line) and the noun linea (line). Originally denoting something drawn with lines, it came to refer to the distinctive lines and features of the face.
Breakdown
linea (line) + -mentum (noun-forming suffix indicating result or product), ultimately from lineare (to draw a line). The suffix -mentum transforms the concept of drawing into a concrete feature or characteristic.
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📝Examples
“The artist spent hours capturing every lineament of the model's face.”
“His rugged lineaments told the story of a life lived outdoors.”
“The detective tried to remember the suspect's lineaments, but all he could recall was a very large nose.”
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