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eyeball

Definition

  • noun: the entire round part of the eye
  • noun: the more or less globular capsule of the vertebrate eye formed by the sclera and cornea together with their contained structures
  • verb: to look at or stare at (someone or something)
  • verb: to look at intently especially in making an evaluation or choice
  • synonyms: apple

Examples

  • We're 'up to our eyeballs' in work. [=we are very busy]

  • The police 'eyeballed' [='eyed'] the suspects.

  • The children were 'eyeballing' the desserts.

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