bird'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

bird's-eye

adjective

Definition of bird's-eye

1 :marked with spots resembling birds' eyes

2 :having or involving a bird's-eye view

bird's-eye perspective

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First Known Use of bird's-eye

1665

bird's-eye Synonyms

Synonyms

all-around (also all-round), bird's-eye, broad, nonspecific, overall

Antonyms

close-up, delineated, detailed, molecular, particularized, specific

Related Words

comprehensive, inclusive; absolute, boundless, expansive, extensive, infinite, panoramic, sweeping, vast, wide; indeterminate, nebulous, nondescript, vague; nonspecific, unlimited, unrestricted, unspecified

Near Antonyms

limited, restricted, specified; distinct, explicit, precise, sharp; comprehensive, elaborate, full, mapped (out), thorough; enumerated, inventoried, itemized, listed; individual, singular; particular, peculiar

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bird's-eye

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Definition of bird's-eye for English Language Learners

: seen from high above

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bird's-eye

adjective \ ˈbərdz-ˌī \

Definition of bird's-eye for Students

:seen from above as if by a flying bird

a bird's-eye view of the city

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