Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sye
noun
/saɪ/
Definition
A term used mostly in dialectal English, referring to a small amount or quantity, often associated with the measurement of liquids.
Examples
- He only had a sye of water left in the bottle.
- Just a sye of sugar is needed for the recipe.
Meaning
Sye denotes a minor quantity or portion, particularly in informal contexts.
Synonyms
- dribble
- smidgen
- bit
