Definition Essay Beauty

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Many say beauty is in the eye of the beholder. This is one of the most said phrases when the topic of beauty is discussed. But what does the saying mean. Starting with the definition, what does beauty mean? What is beauty? For as long as I can remember beauty has been something women strive for. Growing up and gaining knowledge has allowed me to have a better grasp of the definition of beauty. Beauty is a quality someone possess within them and out.
The Oxford dictionary defines beauty as “That quality of a person (esp. a woman) which is highly pleasing to the sight...” (beauty. n) I view this as a definition of the word “beauty”, yet it is not the full definition, at least for me. Their definition seems blunt and cold. Webster dictionary’s