Hairline ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Hairline ( noun )

1. A thin line or narrow margin, as on a surface or edge.
2. The natural line of growth of the hair on a person's head, especially as a sign of receding hair.

Origin:

Middle english harline, from old english hærline, from hær hair + -line.

Examples:

1. A tiny crack appeared along the hairline of the vase.
2. The hairline in his forehead was receding.
3. The sculpture was made with such detail, you can see the hairline wrinkles on the face.
4. The hairline on her scalp was so thin, you could see her scalp through it.
5. He was starting to worry about his hairline, it was receding faster than he thought.

(As a verb)

Hairline ( verb )

1. A thin line or narrow margin, as on a surface or edge.
2. The natural line of growth of the hair on a person's head, especially as a sign of receding hair.

Origin:

Middle english harline, from old english hærline, from hær hair + -line.

Examples:

1. A tiny crack appeared along the hairline of the vase.
2. The hairline in his forehead was receding.
3. The sculpture was made with such detail, you can see the hairline wrinkles on the face.
4. The hairline on her scalp was so thin, you could see her scalp through it.
5. He was starting to worry about his hairline, it was receding faster than he thought.