eyed
/aɪd/
Meanings
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Verb
To look fixedly at something.
- "I eyed the suspect intently."
- "She eyed the prize at the fair."
- "The hawk eyed its prey."
Rhymes
Words rhyming with eyedtide , side , ride , tide , cide , hide
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,-
eyed (en) : Having eyes; having a visible eye or eyes.
Variants
List of all variants of eyed that leads to same resulteyed , eye , eyeing , eyer , eyers , eyes , eying , almond-eyed , Argus-eyed , black-eyed pea , black-eyed peas , black-eyed Susan , black-eyed Susans , blear-eyed , bleary-eyed , blue-eyed , blue-eyed grass , blue-eyed grasses
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Originally meant to look at something with a fixed or intently focused gaze. Derived from Old English egan, meaning 'to look at'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The term 'eyed' is often used in fishing to describe the act of watching for fish to take bait.
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In the game of poker, players are encouraged to 'eye' their opponents to gauge their reactions and make informed decisions.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
gaze: The act of looking at something or someone intently.
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scrutiny: A close and critical examination or observation.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, the term 'eyed' is often used metaphorically to describe a character's intense focus or scrutiny. For example, in F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Great Gatsby', the character Nick Carraway describes Gatsby's 'gimlet eye' as he observes the other guests at his party.
How to Memorize "eyed"
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visualize
- Visualize the act of looking intently at something or someone.
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associate
- Associate the word 'eyed' with the idea of intense focus or scrutiny.
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mnemonics
- Create a mnemonic by remembering the 'eye' symbol as a representation of 'eyed'.
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