Definitions

1. noun

The eyelids or eyelashes, especially in a plural sense.

“The palpebrae of the newborn baby were very delicate.”

2. plural noun

The eyelids; the eyelashes.

“The palpebrae of the animal were very thick and protective.”

3. anatomy

The plural form of palpebra, referring to the eyelids or eyelashes in anatomy.

“The palpebrae of the human eye are very sensitive.”