1. the hairs that grow along the edge of the eyelids
Usage: plural of eyelash
2. strikes with a whip or similar object
Usage: plural of lash

1. strikes forcefully with a whip or similar object
Usage: third person singular present of lash
2. moves violently or suddenly
Usage: third person singular present of lash

Examples

• She applied mascara to her long lashes.
• The prisoner received twenty lashes as punishment.
• The angry cat lashes its tail when threatened.
• The storm lashes the coastline with heavy rain.
• Her thick lashes cast shadows on her cheeks.
• The wind lashes the trees during the hurricane.
• He lashes out when he feels cornered.