Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
red-eye
noun
/ˈrɛd aɪ/
Definition
A condition where the whites of the eyes appear red due to irritation, infection, or lack of sleep.
Examples
- After the long flight, I was suffering from red-eye and needed some rest.
- The doctor examined my eyes and said it was just a mild case of red-eye.
Meaning
The term ‘red-eye’ can refer to a specific eye condition or a type of flight that departs late at night and arrives the next morning.
Synonyms
- Bloodshot Eyes
- Irritated Eyes
- Eye Infection
