Eye: meaning, definitions and examples

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eye

[ aɪ ]

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in human anatomy

The organ of sight, consisting of a spherical eyeball and its associated parts, such as the eyelids, eyelashes, and extraocular muscles.

Synonyms

optic organ, organ of vision

Examples of usage

She has beautiful blue eyes.
He was hit in the eye with a baseball.

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symbolism or metaphor

The ability to perceive or see things clearly.

Synonyms

discernment, perception

Examples of usage

The book opened my eyes to the truth.
She has a keen eye for detail.

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informal

To look at or watch closely or with interest.

Synonyms

observe, watch

Examples of usage

She eyed him suspiciously.
He eyed the delicious cake on the table.

Translations

Translations of the word "eye" in other languages:

🇵🇹 olho

🇮🇳 आँख

🇩🇪 Auge

🇮🇩 mata

🇺🇦 око

🇵🇱 oko

🇯🇵 目 (め)

🇫🇷 œil

🇪🇸 ojo

🇹🇷 göz

🇰🇷 눈

🇸🇦 عين

🇨🇿 oko

🇸🇰 oko

🇨🇳 眼睛

🇸🇮 oko

🇮🇸 auga

🇰🇿 көз

🇬🇪 თვალი

🇦🇿 göz

🇲🇽 ojo

Word origin

The word 'eye' has its origins in Old English 'ēage', which is related to Dutch 'oog' and German 'Auge'. The concept of the eye as the organ of sight has been present in human understanding for centuries, with various cultural and symbolic meanings attached to it. The eye has been a symbol of perception, knowledge, and even protection in different cultures throughout history.