spectacles
/ˈspɛktəkl̩z/
Meanings
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noun
An eyeglasses or pair of glasses with lenses, usually having a frame that holds the lenses in front of a person's eyes.
- "He forgot his spectacles at home."
- "The optometrist prescribed new spectacles for her."
- "She wore her spectacles to read the fine print."
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noun
A public performance or show, especially a theatrical one.
- "The circus put on a spectacular display."
- "The award ceremony was a spectacle to behold."
- "The fireworks display was the highlight of the festival."
Pronunciation
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/ˈspɛktəkl̩z/
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Synonyms
pair of spectacles , spectacles , pageant , show , eyeglasses , glasses , specs , eyeglasses , glasses , pair of eyeglasses , pair of glasses , pair of specs , pair of spectacles , specs
Rhymes
Words rhyming with spectaclesapples , mables , tables
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,-
Spectacle (French) : Sight or show
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Spectacled () : Having a prominent marking or markings, especially on the face
Variants
List of all variants of spectacles that leads to same resultspectacle , spectacles
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).spectacles, spectacle's, spectacles's
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From Old French especcle, from espetaler to gaze at, look at, from espet, a gaze, a look, from e- 'out' + spe, to look.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The first pair of eyeglasses were created in Italy around 1268.
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The first pair of bifocal glasses were invented by Benjamin Franklin in 1784.
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The first pair of sunglasses were invented in China around 1268.
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The term 'spectacle' comes from the Latin word 'spectaculum', which means 'a sight to behold'.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Eyeglasses: An optical instrument used to correct vision problems.
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Contact lenses: A thin lens worn directly on the cornea of the eye.
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Glasses frame: The part of the spectacles that holds the lenses in front of the eyes and supports them on the nose and ears.
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.Spectacles have been an essential part of human life for centuries. They have been used for various purposes, including correcting vision problems, enhancing fashion, and entertaining audiences. In literature, spectacles have been used as metaphors for insight, understanding, and perception. In art, they have been depicted as symbols of vanity and aging. In music, there are songs about losing or finding spectacles. They have also been a subject of fascination in movies and television shows.
How to Memorize "spectacles"
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visualize
- Imagine a pair of glasses with lenses.
- Visualize the frames holding the lenses in place.
- Picture someone wearing spectacles. -
associate
- Associate spectacles with reading.
- Connect spectacles with clear vision.
- Relate spectacles to fashion. -
mnemonics
- Spectacles help you SEE.
- Spectacles are for SPECtacular vision.
- Spectacles are a SPECial accessory.
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