Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cast an eye on something
Idiom
/kæst ən aɪ ɒn ˈsʌmθɪŋ/
Definition
To look at something carefully or with interest.
Examples
- She decided to cast an eye on the new policy before making a decision.
- Before buying the house, he cast an eye on the neighborhood to see what it was like.
- It’s always good to cast an eye on your finances at the end of the month.
Meaning
The phrase means to inspect or pay attention to something, often with a specific purpose in mind.
Synonyms
- Take a look at
- Examine
- Inspect
- Observe
