bird's-eye

9 ENTRIES FOUND:

1bird's–eye

noun \ˈbərdz-ˌī\

Definition of BIRD'S-EYE

1
: any of numerous plants with small bright-colored flowers; especially : a speedwell (Veronica chamaedrys)
2
a : an allover pattern for textiles consisting of a small diamond with a center dot b : a fabric woven with this pattern
3
: a small spot in wood surrounded with an ellipse of concentric fibers

First Known Use of BIRD'S-EYE

1597

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