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Eye
aɪ
Extremely common
200 - 300
200 - 300
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The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Eye -
Organ of sight
Example: She has beautiful blue eyes.
Usage: formalContext: describing physical appearance or health
Note: This is the most common meaning of 'eye' referring to the organ of sight.
To look at or observe
Example: I saw her eyeing the delicious cake on the table.
Usage: informalContext: everyday conversations
Note: Used to describe the action of looking at something with interest or desire.
A suggestive or meaningful look
Example: He gave her a knowing eye.
Usage: informalContext: informal interactions
Note: Implies a non-verbal communication through facial expressions.
An opening or hole in an object
Example: The needle went through the eye of the thread.
Usage: formalContext: technical or specialized contexts
Note: Commonly used in sewing, threading, or technical descriptions.
Eye's synonyms
Sight
Sight refers to the ability to see or the faculty of vision.
Example: Her sight was impaired due to the accident.
Note: Sight can also refer to the act of seeing or the range of vision, whereas 'eye' specifically refers to the organ of sight.
Gaze
Gaze means to look steadily and intently, especially in admiration, surprise, or thought.
Example: She fixed her gaze on the beautiful sunset.
Note: Gaze focuses more on the act of looking or staring, while 'eye' refers to the physical organ itself.
Peepers
Peepers is a colloquial term for eyes, often used in an informal or playful context.
Example: His peepers widened in astonishment.
Note: Peepers is a more informal and playful term compared to the neutral term 'eye.'
Orb
Orb refers to a spherical body or globe, often used poetically to describe the eye.
Example: The crystal ball had a mysterious orb inside.
Note: Orb is a more poetic or literary term for the eye, emphasizing its round shape and sometimes its mysterious or magical nature.
Eye expressions, common phrases
Keep an eye on
To watch or monitor something carefully.
Example: Could you please keep an eye on my bag while I go to the restroom?
Note: The phrase 'keep an eye on' implies actively monitoring or watching something, whereas 'eye' by itself refers to the organ of sight.
In the blink of an eye
Very quickly; in an instant.
Example: The thief disappeared in the blink of an eye.
Note: The idiom emphasizes the speed or suddenness of an action, contrasting with the literal function of an eye.
Eagle eye
The ability to observe keenly and with great attention to detail.
Example: She has an eagle eye for detail, always spotting things others miss.
Note: This idiom describes a person's exceptional observational skills, likening them to the sharp vision of an eagle.
Turn a blind eye
To ignore something intentionally; to pretend not to notice.
Example: The manager decided to turn a blind eye to his employee's frequent tardiness.
Note: This phrase conveys the deliberate act of ignoring or overlooking something, as opposed to the literal function of the eye.
See eye to eye
To agree with someone; to have the same opinion.
Example: They finally saw eye to eye on the new project plan after discussing it for hours.
Note: The idiom focuses on reaching a mutual agreement or consensus, rather than simply acknowledging visual perception.
An eye for an eye
The idea that punishment should be equal to the crime committed.
Example: Some people still believe in the principle of 'an eye for an eye' when seeking justice.
Note: This phrase refers to the concept of retributive justice, where the punishment matches the offense, rather than the physical organ of sight.
More than meets the eye
Something is more complex or interesting than it appears at first glance.
Example: His quiet demeanor hides a personality that is more than meets the eye.
Note: This idiom suggests there is a hidden depth or complexity beyond initial impressions, going beyond the literal function of the eye.
Eye everyday (slang) expressions
Ogle
To ogle means to look at someone or something with strong interest, especially in a way that may be considered impolite or flirtatious.
Example: Stop ogling at that magazine and get back to work.
Note: Ogle differs from eye in that it carries a more intense or potentially inappropriate connotation.
Peep
A peep is a quick look or glimpse at something, often used in a casual or informal context.
Example: I took a quick peep at the new artwork in the gallery.
Note: Peep differs from eye by emphasizing a brief or fleeting observation.
Optics
Optics, in slang terms, refers to how a situation, event, or action is perceived by others, especially in terms of public relations or appearances.
Example: The decision was purely based on the optics of the situation.
Note: Optics differs from eyes by focusing on the perception and presentation rather than just the act of seeing.
Gawk
To gawk means to stare openly and rudely at something or someone, often out of curiosity or surprise.
Example: Why are you gawking at that car accident? It's rude.
Note: Gawk differs from eyes by emphasizing a prolonged and often impolite form of staring.
Glance
To glance means to take a brief or quick look at something or someone, typically without staring or focusing for long.
Example: She cast a quick glance in his direction during the meeting.
Note: Glance differs from eyes by highlighting a swift and usually casual observation.
Baby blues
Baby blues is a slang term often used to refer to someone's blue-colored eyes in an affectionate or admiring manner.
Example: His captivating baby blues mesmerized everyone at the party.
Note: Baby blues differs from eyes by specifically referencing the color of the eyes, typically in a positive or endearing context.
Eye - Examples
I have blue eyes.
She caught his eye.
He couldn't look her in the eye.
Eye grammar
Eye - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: eye
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): eyes
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): eye
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): eyed
Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle): eyed
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): eyeing, eying
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): eyes
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): eye
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): eye
Syllables, Separation and Stress
Eye Contains 1 syllables: eye
Phonetic transcription: ˈī
eye , ˈī (The red syllable is stressed)
Eye - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
Eye: 200 - 300 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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