single-eyed
|sin-gle-eyed|
C1
/ˈsɪŋɡəl-aɪd/
focused purpose
Etymology
Etymology Information
'single-eyed' originates from the combination of 'single' meaning 'one' and 'eye' referring to 'sight or vision'.
Historical Evolution
'single-eyed' evolved from the Old English word 'an' meaning 'one' and 'eage' meaning 'eye', eventually forming the modern English word 'single-eyed'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having one eye', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having a single focus or purpose'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having or showing a single aim or purpose; focused.
He approached the project with a single-eyed determination.
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Last updated: 2025/03/07 16:55