eye-opener

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Something that causes the eyes to open, or that opens the eyes.
  2. Something that provides a sudden insight, or makes something clear that was previously mysterious.
  3. A startling or shocking revelation.
  4. A strong alcoholic beverage, especially one consumed in the morning.
  5. An attractive woman.

Pronunciation

en-au-eye-opener.ogg

Word forms

eye-opener eye-openers eye opener eyeopener

Etymology

From eye + opener.

Synonyms

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