Walleyed: meaning, definitions and examples
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walleyed
[ ˈwɑːliˌaɪd ]
appearance description
The term 'walleyed' refers to a specific condition characterized by bulging eyes, which are often seen in various fish species such as walleyed pike. In humans, it can describe a look of surprise or confusion where the eyes appear to be misaligned or darting in different directions. This condition can also be used more informally to describe someone who looks dazed or absent-minded. In animals, particularly fish, walleyed refers to the unique structure of their eyes that helps them to see well in low light conditions.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The walleyed pike swam gracefully in the clear waters.
- Her walleyed expression made it hard to tell what she was thinking.
- The creature's walleyed gaze was unsettling to the onlookers.
- In the depths of the lake, the walleyed fish were hunting in the dark.
Translations
Translations of the word "walleyed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 olho de peixe
🇮🇳 बड़ी आंखों वाला
🇩🇪 schieläugig
🇮🇩 mata juling
🇺🇦 косоокий
🇵🇱 zezowaty
🇯🇵 斜視の (しゃしの)
🇫🇷 strabique
🇪🇸 estrábico
🇹🇷 şaşı
🇰🇷 사시의 (sasiui)
🇸🇦 عَينٌ مُتَشَكِّلة
🇨🇿 šilhající
🇸🇰 šilhajúci
🇨🇳 斜视的 (xiéshì de)
🇸🇮 škilav
🇮🇸 skýja
🇰🇿 қиғаш көзді
🇬🇪 ბზინვარე თვალები
🇦🇿 şişmiş gözlü
🇲🇽 ojos saltones
Etymology
The word 'walleyed' is derived from the combination of the word 'walleye', which itself comes from 'walleyed pike', a type of fish recognizable by its distinctive, bulging eyes. The term 'walleye' dates back to the late 18th century, reflecting the physical characteristics of the fish that are adapted for low-light environments. The '-ed' suffix in 'walleyed' indicates the adjective form, describing the state of having this specific ocular appearance. Over time, 'walleyed' has evolved in colloquial language to describe not only the physical features of certain fish but also the human condition of looking dazed or confused. This dual usage highlights the flexibility of the English language and its ability to create descriptive terms that convey a vivid image or impression.