epicanthic

/ˌɛpɪkænˈθɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling the fold of skin at the inner corner of the eye, typically seen in people of East Asian descent.

“The epicanthic fold is a characteristic feature of many Asian cultures.”

2. noun

a fold of skin at the inner corner of the eye, typically seen in people of East Asian descent.

“The epicanthic was a distinctive feature of his ancestors’ faces.”

Synonyms

  • mongoloid
  • monogloid

Antonyms

  • epicanthaly absent