blindfold
1 synonym for blindfold, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A piece of cloth tied over someone's eyes to stop them seeing.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use blindfold
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wear a blindfold
put on a blindfold
blindfold chess
blindfolded volunteer
Etymology
From Middle English words meaning "struck blind" — the original idea was of someone made blind by force, and over time the "strike" part faded into today's spelling with "fold," suggesting a folded cloth over the eyes.
Full origin of blindfold →Frequently asked questions
What does “blindfold” mean?
The word “blindfold” means a piece of cloth tied over someone's eyes to stop them seeing. In plain terms, a cloth or covering over the eyes so someone can't see, or the act of covering someone's eyes this way.
How do you pronounce “blindfold”?
“Blindfold” is pronounced BLYND-fohld (/ˈblaɪ̯ndfɔʊ̯ld/ in IPA).
How do you use “blindfold” in a sentence?
Here is “blindfold” used in a sentence: “She tied the blindfold and spun her friend around for the party game.”
What part of speech is “blindfold”?
Depending on how it is used, “blindfold” can be a noun, a verb and an adjective.
Where does the word “blindfold” come from?
The word “blindfold” comes from Middle English. From Middle English words meaning "struck blind" — the original idea was of someone made blind by force, and over time the "strike" part faded into today's spelling with "fold," suggesting a folded cloth over the eyes.
How many meanings does “blindfold” have?
“Blindfold” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a piece of cloth tied over someone's eyes to stop them seeing.
