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    D’œil (en. By eye)

    /d‿œj/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Organ of the human body that allows the perception of images.
    He has a very sensitive eye to light.
    Il a un œil très sensible à la lumière.
    Viewpoint, perspective on something.
    With a critical eye, he analyzes the situation.
    D'un œil critique, il analyse la situation.
    Appearance or look.
    The young man had a piercing eye.
    Le jeune homme avait un œil perçant.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'ol', meaning 'eye'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have an eye
    to be vigilant or attentive
    avoir un œil
    to close an eye
    to deliberately ignore something
    fermer l'œil
    to have the eye
    to have a good sense of observation
    avoir l'œil
    to take a look
    to glance at something quickly
    jeter un œil
    with a tired eye
    to look with little interest or fatigue
    d'un œil fatigué

    Related Words

    glance
    A furtive glance.
    œillade
    cat's-eye
    Precious stone reminiscent of an eye.
    oeil-de-chat
    carnation
    Flower with colorful blooms.
    œillet

    Slang Meanings

    Looking warmly
    He gave her a charming look.
    Il lui a jeté un d’œil charmeur.
    To be in the know
    She has an eye on what is happening.
    Elle a l'œil sur ce qui se passe.