Pronunciation: [jˈuːnɪbɹˌa͡ʊ] (IPA) 
The word "unibrow" is spelled with a combination of the prefix "uni-" which means "one" and "brow" which refers to the eyebrow. The pronunciation of this word is /ˈjuːnibrəʊ/, with the stress on the second syllable. The "u" in "uni-" is pronounced like "you" and the "brow" sounds like "bro". This term describes a type of eyebrow that appears to be a single brow due to the two eyebrows being connected or merged together.
Unibrow refers to the growth of eyebrows where the two eyebrows meet in the middle, forming a single continuous line of hair above the nose. It is a physical characteristic typically found in individuals where there is no discernible gap between their eyebrows. This term is derived from the combination of "uni," meaning one or single, and "brow," referring to the eyebrows.
The presence of a unibrow varies among different individuals and can be influenced by genetic factors. It is more commonly observed in certain ethnicities, such as individuals of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, South Asian, or East Asian descent. Unibrows can appear in both males and females, though it is often associated with male facial features.
Unibrows have been subject to cultural perceptions and varying interpretations throughout history. Different cultures and time periods have valued and regarded unibrows differently, ranging from considering them a symbol of beauty and wisdom to being seen as undesirable or unattractive. However, since physical beauty standards are subjective and have evolved over time, the perception of unibrows has also varied, and what may be considered appealing or unappealing can differ from person to person.
In contemporary society, the personal grooming industry offers various methods to modify or remove unibrows, including tweezing, threading, waxing, or shaving. These methods provide individuals with options for managing their unibrow based on personal preference or conforming to societal beauty expectations.
The word "unibrow" originated in the English language in the late 20th century. It is a combination of the prefix "uni-" meaning "one" or "single", and "brow", which is a shortened form of "eyebrow". The etymology is quite straightforward, as the term simply refers to a single, large, and uninterrupted eyebrow that extends across the forehead and connects both eyebrows.
