Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
aquiline
Adjective
/ˈakwəˌlaɪn/
Definition
Having a curved or hooked shape, resembling an eagle’s beak.
Examples
- She had an aquiline nose that gave her an aristocratic appearance.
- His aquiline features were striking and memorable.
Meaning
The term ‘aquiline’ is often used to describe the shape of a nose or other features that appear curved like an eagle’s beak.
Synonyms
- Hooked
- Curved
- Beaklike
