sight

Definition

  • noun: the sense through which a person or animal becomes aware of light, color, etc., by using the eyes
  • noun: something that is seen
  • verb: to get or catch sight of
  • often + 'of'
  • synonyms: vision, representation, show

Examples

  • We finally 'came in/within sight of' the mountains. [=we finally came to a place where we could see the mountains]

  • I've seen what he looks like when he gets out of bed in the morning, and believe me, it's 'not a pretty sight'.

  • She left her purse out 'in plain sight'. = Her purse was 'in plain sight of' anyone passing by.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) You would not believe what l've been through tonight. Darling! Are you okay? l feel fresh. Healthy. lt's terrible. You've lost weight. And so tall. You're a sight for detachable eyes. All clear. Come on. Come on. We're almost there. Back up. Back up! Come on. (..)
    2010 Toy Story 3