Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crows-foot
noun
/ˈkrōz-ˌfut/
Definition
A crows-foot is a term that refers to a small, wrinkled line or crease that appears on the skin, commonly associated with aging. It is often found around the eyes but can appear in other areas of the face as well.
Examples
- After years of sun exposure, she developed crows-feet that made her look older than she felt.
- He smiled, and the crows-foot wrinkles around his eyes deepened, revealing his age.
- Many people use anti-aging creams to reduce the appearance of crows-feet.
Meaning
Crows-foot specifically describes the fine lines or wrinkles that radiate from the outer corners of the eyes, resembling the shape of a crow’s foot.
Synonyms
- wrinkles
- fine lines
- laugh lines
