lash

kirpik B1

a short, fine hair growing on the edge of the eyelid

She brushed her lashes gently before sleeping.

• The doctor examined the patient's lashes for signs of infection.
• Mascara makes short lashes appear longer and fuller.
• Allergic reactions can cause lashes to fall out temporarily.
• In the fashion shoot, the model's dramatic lashes were highlighted with bold makeup.

• long lashes · uzun kirpikler She applied mascara to make her long lashes stand out.

sb: birisi · sth: bir şey

kırbaç B2

a strip of leather or other material used for striking or whipping

The sailor was punished with a lash for stealing food.

• A thick leather lash hung on the wall of the old ship.
• During the trial, the judge ordered a lash as part of the sentence.
• Historical records describe how a lash was used to enforce discipline among soldiers.
• Modern human-rights advocates condemn the use of a lash as cruel and unusual punishment.

benzer: whip