eyes and nose
Literal reference to the eyes and nose as facial features.
The baby's eyes and nose have become more defined.
Abbreviation of 目鼻立ち (めはなだち). Refers to the overall appearance of the face, especially the arrangement of features.
See also: 目鼻立ち (めはなだち)
Used in the phrase 目鼻が付く (めはながつく), meaning something takes shape or is roughly outlined. Often used for plans or projects.
See also: 目鼻が付く (めはながつく)
She has well-proportioned facial features.
The new project is finally taking shape.
facial features; looks
Standard kanji spelling. High-frequency news word.
Kana spelling is acceptable, especially in informal writing or when avoiding kanji.
Compound of 目 (め, 'eye') and 鼻 (はな, 'nose'). The extended meanings derive from the idea of facial features as defining characteristics.