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    Eyesight

    /ˈaɪ.saɪt/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    the ability to see; the sight or vision of a person.
    His eyesight has improved after he started wearing glasses.
    a person's capacity or capability in terms of vision.
    As we age, our eyesight can deteriorate significantly.
    a person's ability to perceive visual stimuli.
    The doctor tested her eyesight to determine if she needed corrective lenses.
    the range of vision; how far someone can see.
    From this height, the eyesight reaches far across the valley.
    refers to a specific condition or measurement of vision.
    After the accident, he realized his eyesight was not what it used to be.

    Etymology

    From eye + sight.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    20/20 vision:
    Perfect visual acuity.
    in sight:
    Within view; visible.
    lose sight of:
    To no longer see or be aware of something.

    Related Words

    vision
    The ability to see; the visual faculty.
    optometry
    The practice or profession of examining the eyes and visual systems.

    Slang Meanings

    Eagle eyes
    He has eagle eyes; he can spot a mistake from a mile away.
    Hawk-eyed
    She's hawk-eyed when it comes to details.