blinder

Meanings

• noun

  A device used to cover one or both eyes, typically for protection, concealment, or to enhance focus.

  - "The boxer wore a blinder to protect his injured eye."
  - "The sniper used a blinder to improve his aim."
  - "The magician wore a blinder to prepare for his illusion."

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Pronunciation

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Antonyms

seeing , sighted

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Synonyms

cracker , blinker , winker

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with blinder
finder , grinder , binders , kindred

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Variants

List of all variants of blinder that leads to same result
blinder , blinders , blind , blindest , blindly , blindness , blindnesses

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Etymology

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Derived from the Old English word 'blindian', meaning 'to blind' or 'cover the eyes'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'blinder' is also used in horse racing to refer to a hood that is worn by a horse to reduce distractions and improve its focus during a race.

2. In the game of cricket, a 'blinder' is a particularly good catch that is made by a fielder.

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Related Concepts

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1. eyepatch: An eyepatch is a type of blinder that covers one eye and is typically used for medical reasons or as a fashion accessory.

2. goggles: Goggles are a type of blinder used to protect the eyes from external elements, such as wind, rain, or chemicals.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'blinder' is often used metaphorically to describe someone who is intentionally ignoring or not seeing something. In art, a painting or sculpture titled 'The Blinder' may refer to an artwork that intentionally obscures or hides something.

How to Memorize "blinder"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize a blinder, imagine a piece of fabric or material that is used to cover one or both eyes. Picture yourself putting it on or taking it off.

2. associate
   

   - To memorize the word 'blinder', associate it with the idea of covering or protecting the eyes.

3. mnemonics
   

   - A mnemonic for 'blinder' could be 'B-L-I-N-D-E-R' stands for 'Bringing Light Into New Dimensions Everyday' or 'B-L-I-N-D-E-R' stands for 'Blindingly Intense Light Is Not Desirable Everywhere'.

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