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squinter

 

[ ˈskwɪntər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

visual impairment

A squinter is a person who squints their eyes, often due to difficulty seeing clearly or in bright light. This action involves narrowing the eyes to reduce the amount of light entering them and can be a way to focus on objects that are otherwise blurry. Squinting can also be a habitual response to certain conditions, such as discomfort or a need for clearer vision. Regular squinting may indicate an underlying issue that might benefit from an eye examination.

Synonyms

blinker, narrower

Examples of usage

  • She is a squinter when trying to read small print.
  • As a squinter, he often struggles with bright sunlight.
  • He was a notorious squinter during his childhood.

Translations

Translations of the word "squinter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 esquiva

🇮🇳 आंखें सिकोड़ने वाला

🇩🇪 Schieler

🇮🇩 mengernyitkan mata

🇺🇦 кривий

🇵🇱 szczerbaty

🇯🇵 目を細める人

🇫🇷 squinter

🇪🇸 entrecerrador de ojos

🇹🇷 gözünü kısan

🇰🇷 눈을 찡그리는 사람

🇸🇦 شخص يغمض عينيه

🇨🇿 šklebící

🇸🇰 škeriaci

🇨🇳 眯着眼睛的人

🇸🇮 mrgoden

🇮🇸 píndandi

🇰🇿 көзін қысып қарайтын

🇬🇪 თვალის შეკვეცილი

🇦🇿 gözlərini sıxan

🇲🇽 persona que entrecierra los ojos

Etymology

The term 'squinter' originates from the verb 'to squint', which dates back to the late 14th century. Its roots are believed to be derived from the Old English word 'squinnan', meaning 'to squint'. Over time, the word has evolved to describe not only the action of squinting but also the person exhibiting this characteristic. In English literature, references to squinter or squinting often relate to visual struggles, not just in terms of clarity but also in the context of discerning subtle details or faces. The increase in urbanization and artificial lighting in the modern era has led to more instances of squinting, making the term increasingly relevant in discussions about eye health and comfort.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,211, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.