Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

get-your-eye-in

idiom
/ɡɛt jʊər aɪ ɪn/
Definition
To practice or gain experience in order to become accustomed to a particular skill or activity.
Examples
  • After missing several targets, the archer needed some time to get his eye in before the competition.
  • She played a few rounds of golf to get her eye in for the tournament.
Meaning
The phrase is often used in sports or activities to indicate the need for practice to improve performance.
Synonyms
  • practice
  • warm-up
  • get accustomed
  • get the hang of it