third eye
Americannoun
Usage
What else does third eye mean? The third eye is a representation of mystical intuition and insight—an inner vision and enlightenment beyond what the physical eyes can see. It is traditionally depicted as being located in the middle of the forehead. How is third eye pronounced?[ thurd ahy ]What are some other words related to third eye?nirvananamastechakrapineal gland
Etymology
Origin of third eye
First recorded in 1800–10
Example Sentences
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"They looked at me like I had a third eye," Contreras told AFP.
From Barron's ● Jul. 13, 2026
Nevertheless, the incident caused his third eye to close, depleting his powers.
From New York Times ● Jan. 19, 2023
"It's gotten to the point where, as the sunlight changes as we approach autumn, my third eye picks that up."
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2022
I would like to attribute all this change to the benevolent power of the clean sink, or the third eye of the disposal, chanting mantras while we sleep at night.
From Salon ● May 11, 2022
It had three eyes, and the third eye was full of a terrible knowledge.
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
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