Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
eyeball
noun
/ˈaɪ.bɔːl/
Definition
The spherical structure in the eye that allows one to see.
Examples
- The doctor examined the patient’s eyeball for any signs of infection.
- She rolled her eyes so hard that it looked like her eyeballs were going to fall out.
- He had bright blue eyeballs that sparkled in the sunlight.
Meaning
The eye itself, particularly its outer structure that is visible.
Synonyms
- ocular globe
- eye
- peeper
