Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cockeye
noun
/ˈkɒk.aɪ/
Definition
A term used to describe a squint or a condition where one eye does not align properly with the other.
Examples
- She noticed a cockeye expression on the child’s face when he tried to focus on the toy.
- The comedian had a unique charm with his cockeye that made everyone laugh.
Meaning
Cockeye generally refers to an eye that is squinting, or turned outwards, making it appear abnormal compared to the other eye.
Synonyms
- squint
- cross-eye
- deviated eye
