Meaning & Definition of word "Sight"

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    Sight

    /saɪt/

    noun:

    • 1. The faculty or power of seeing; the ability to perceive visual stimuli.
      • Example: Her sight is so poor that she needs glasses to read.
    • 2. Something that is seen; a view, especially of something notable.
      • Example: The Grand Canyon is a breathtaking sight that attracts millions of visitors.
    • 3. A device for aiding vision, such as a telescope or a gun sight.
      • Example: He adjusted the sight on his rifle to improve his accuracy.
    • 4. The range or extent of vision; the area that is visible.
      • Example: The mountain appeared in sight as we rounded the bend.
    • 5. An event or scene regarded as impressive or worth seeing.
      • Example: The parade was a colorful sight that delighted all the spectators.

    verb:

    • 1. To see or perceive.
      • Example: I sighted a deer while hiking in the woods.
    • 2. To locate or aim at a target with a sighting device.
      • Example: The marksman sighted down the barrel before taking a shot.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'siht', from Old English 'sihþ', related to 'sēon' (to see).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sight for sore eyes:

    Someone or something that one is pleased to see.

    in sight:

    Visible or within view.

    out of sight:

    Not visible; far away; also means excellent or very good in slang.

    Related Words

    vision:

    The ability to see; eyesight.

    spectacle:

    A visually striking performance or display.

    insight:

    The capacity to gain an accurate understanding of someone or something.

    Slang Meanings of sight

    Meaning: Out of sight

    Example Sentence: That concert was out of sight, it was amazing!

    Meaning: See you later, alligator (in a while, crocodile)

    Example Sentence: After the meeting, he said, 'I'm off, see you later, alligator!'