eyesight

noun

eye·​sight ˈī-ˌsīt How to pronounce eyesight (audio)

Examples of eyesight in a Sentence

He wears glasses because his eyesight is not good. the keen eyesight of a bird of prey
Recent Examples on the Web Gigs were harder to find, and her failing eyesight made navigating the city difficult. Andrew Gilbert, The Mercury News, 29 May 2024 His eyesight was faltering and the prospect of death never seemed far away. Keith Phipps, Vulture, 26 May 2024 Skunks have poor eyesight so being slow is your friend. Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2024 To get that eyesight protection, research suggests kids should be spending at least two hours a day outdoors – every single day. Maria Godoy, NPR, 13 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for eyesight 

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Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of eyesight was in the 13th century

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Cite this Entry

“Eyesight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eyesight. Accessed 16 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

eyesight

noun
eye·​sight ˈī-ˌsīt How to pronounce eyesight (audio)
: sight entry 1 sense 3, vision
keen eyesight

Medical Definition

eyesight

noun
eye·​sight ˈī-ˌsīt How to pronounce eyesight (audio)

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