Eye

/aɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The organ of sight in humans and animals.

She stared into his eyes, searching for the truth.

A similar organ in other animals.

The dragonfly has large, multifaceted eyes that give it excellent vision.

A hole or opening that allows viewing or access.

The eye of the needle was too small for the thread to pass through.

The centers or focal points of activity or attention.

The eye of the storm was calm, while the winds raged outside.

A knob or lid on a container, such as a boiling pot.

Make sure to cover the eye on the pot so the water doesn't splash out.

verb

To look at or observe closely.

He eyed the dessert with longing, trying to decide if he should indulge.

To watch or observe someone in a particular way.

The cat eyed the bird from a distance, preparing to pounce.

Middle English 'eye', from Old English 'ēage', related to similar words in other Germanic languages.

in the eye of the storm

At the center of a situation, often a calm amidst chaos.

eye for an eye

The principle of retributive justice.

the apple of someone's eye

Someone who is cherished above others.

eyelid

The fold of skin that covers and protects the eye.

eyebrow

A strip of hair located above the eye.

eyewitness

A person who has seen something (such as a crime) and can give a firsthand account.

Peepers

Check out those peepers, they're beautiful!

Mindreye

Keep your mind's eye open to new possibilities.