eyeball

3 synonyms for eyeball, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — The ball-shaped part of the eye inside the socket.

Synonyms

Everyday swaps

Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.

eye

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

orb eye-apple

Synonyms by Meaning

1. noun

The ball-shaped part of the eye inside the socket.

“The optician examined her eyeball closely with a bright light.”

orb eye-apple

2. verb

To estimate or judge something roughly by looking, rather than measuring precisely.

“I just eyeballed the amount of flour instead of weighing it.”

eye

How to use eyeball

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

eyeball an amount grab eyeballs eyeball someone

"Eyeball" as a verb for estimating or staring is informal.

Etymology

A straightforward compound of "eye" + "ball," describing the round shape of the organ.

Full origin of eyeball →

Frequently asked questions

What does “eyeball” mean?

The word “eyeball” means the ball-shaped part of the eye inside the socket. In plain terms, the round part of the eye, or (informally) to estimate something by sight, or to stare hard at someone.

How do you pronounce “eyeball”?

“Eyeball” is pronounced EYE-bawl (/ˈaɪ.bɔl/ in IPA).

How do you use “eyeball” in a sentence?

Here is “eyeball” used in a sentence: “The optician examined her eyeball closely with a bright light.”

What is another word for “eyeball”?

Words with a similar meaning to “eyeball” include eye-apple.

What part of speech is “eyeball”?

Depending on how it is used, “eyeball” can be a noun and a verb.

Is “eyeball” a common word?

“Eyeball” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “eyeball” have?

“Eyeball” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the ball-shaped part of the eye inside the socket.

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