monocle
1 synonym for monocle, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A single eyeglass lens, usually held in place by the muscles around the eye, once fashionable for correcting vision in one eye.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use monocle
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wear a monocle
a glass monocle
Etymology
From French monocle, from Late Latin monoculus, "one-eyed," combining "mono-" (single) with "oculus" (eye).
Full origin of monocle →Frequently asked questions
What does “monocle” mean?
The word “monocle” means a single eyeglass lens, usually held in place by the muscles around the eye, once fashionable for correcting vision in one eye. In plain terms, a single lens worn over one eye instead of a full pair of glasses.
How do you pronounce “monocle”?
“Monocle” is pronounced MAH-nuh-kuhl (/ˈmɑnəkəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “monocle” in a sentence?
Here is “monocle” used in a sentence: “The cartoon villain wore a monocle and a top hat.”
What part of speech is “monocle”?
“Monocle” is a noun.
Where does the word “monocle” come from?
The word “monocle” comes from Late Latin. From French monocle, from Late Latin monoculus, "one-eyed," combining "mono-" (single) with "oculus" (eye).
