verb

ogle

OHGL

Ogle (verb) means to stare at someone or something in an obvious, often lustful or admiring way. Example: “He was ogling the sports car in the showroom window.”

verb

To stare at someone or something in an obvious, often lustful or admiring way.

"He was ogling the sports car in the showroom window."

"She noticed him ogling her from across the room."

How to use ogle

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo stare at someone or something openly, often with obvious desire or admiration.

When to use it

Usually carries a slightly negative or comic tone, implying the staring is inappropriate or excessive.

Common pairings

ogle at caught ogling

Word forms

ogled past tense, ogles plural, Ogles plural, ogles singular

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Etymology

Likely from a Low German word meaning "to flirt with the eyes" — related to an old word for "eye".

Origin: German

Rhymes for ogle

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Frequently asked questions

What does “ogle” mean?

The word “ogle” means to stare at someone or something in an obvious, often lustful or admiring way. In plain terms, to stare at someone or something openly, often with obvious desire or admiration.

How do you pronounce “ogle”?

“Ogle” is pronounced OHGL (/ˈoʊɡl̩/ in IPA).

How do you use “ogle” in a sentence?

Here is “ogle” used in a sentence: “He was ogling the sports car in the showroom window.”

What part of speech is “ogle”?

“Ogle” is a verb.

Where does the word “ogle” come from?

The word “ogle” comes from German. Likely from a Low German word meaning "to flirt with the eyes" — related to an old word for "eye".

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