SINCE 1828
misty-eyed
adjective
\ ˈmi-stē-ˌīd
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Definition of misty-eyed
1
: having tearful eyes
2
: dreamy, sentimental
misty-eyed recollections
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misty-eyed
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of misty-eyed
: having tears in your eyes
: dreamy or sentimental
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