deadeye Meaning & Definition
/ˈdɛdaɪ/
What Does Deadeye Mean?
Deadeye is used as an adjective meaning Very accurate in shooting or throwing. It can also mean Cold; unfriendly. As a noun, it means A wooden disk having holes through which the lanyard is passed, used for tightening shrouds.
Deadeye: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈdɛdaɪ/ |
| Plural | deadeyes |
Deadeye Definition (Adjective)
- Very accurate in shooting or throwing.
- Cold; unfriendly.
Deadeye as a Noun
- A wooden disk having holes through which the lanyard is passed, used for tightening shrouds.
- A very accurate marksman.
- A penchant for noticing a particular thing, or a person who has such a penchant.
Synonyms of Deadeye
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Deadeye synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
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Origin of Deadeye
From dead + eye. See glossary of nautical terms of "deadrise" for usage of "dead" to describe a stationary object or spatial stability of an object relative to motion. See nautical definition of "eye" for usage referring to the foremost part of a ship's bow that aims its orientation. For biological eye stabilization during head and neck movement, see vestibulo-ocular reflex