Eye Definition & Meaning

eye
noun
  1. the organ of sight
  2. good discernment (either visually or as if visually); "she has an eye for fresh talent"; "he has an artist's eye"
  3. attention to what is seen; "he tried to catch her eye"
  4. an area that is approximately central within some larger region; "it is in the center of town"; "they ran forward into the heart of the struggle"; "they were in the eye of the storm"
  5. a small hole or loop (as in a needle); "the thread wouldn't go through the eye"
verb
  1. look at

"Eye" in song lyrics

See how eye is used in real songs:

  • "at the blink of an eye"
    1200 Techniques f/ Rashad Houghton — Fork in the Road
  • "Old monkey jive, revise the super fly, the red eye..."
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Franky Botts, Lighter Shade, Molly-Q — Let it Bang
  • "Pillage the land, have your shiny eye"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo, Lighter Shade — We in the Realm

Words that rhyme with eye

Usage tips for "eye"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "eye" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for eye to find words that pair well.

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