Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

catch-the-eye

phrase
/kæʧ ði aɪ/
Definition
To attract someone’s attention or interest.
Examples
  • The brightly colored advertisement really caught the eye of passersby.
  • The artwork on the wall is designed to catch the eye of visitors.
  • Her unique fashion sense always catches the eye at social events.
Meaning
The phrase ‘catch the eye’ is commonly used to describe something that draws the notice of a person, whether it be visually appealing or intriguing in some way.
Synonyms
  • Attract attention
  • Draw interest
  • Turn heads