sharp-eyed

[ shahrp-ahyd ]

/ ˈʃɑrpˈaɪd /

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adjective

having keen sight or perception.

Nearby words

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Origin of sharp-eyed

First recorded in 1660–70

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Examples from the Web for sharp-eyed

Then, a sharp-eyed woman pointed out a ladder leaning against a tree on the side of the pond.
Philippe Petit’s Moment of Concern Walking the WTC Tightrope|Anthony Haden-Guest|August 8, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Behind this urn were several soldiers, and Mich'l recognized the sharp-eyed Captain Ilgen.
Astounding Stories, August, 1931|Various
They were bright, sharp-eyed individuals, and they got down to business without delay.
The Rover Boys in Business|Arthur M. Winfield
A couple of days ago a sharp-eyed boy found something on the apple trees to which he called my attention.
In Pastures Green|Peter McArthur

John Singletree was a dark-eyed, sharp-eyed, wiry, briery boy.
St. Nicholas Magazine for Boys and Girls, Vol. V, August, 1878, No 10.|Various
He was a gaunt, sharp-eyed, sharp-nosed, and sharp-tongued man.
At the Crossroads|Harriet T. Comstock

British Dictionary definitions for sharp-eyed

sharp-eyed

adjective

having very good eyesight

observant or alert

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sharp-eyed

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sharp-eyed

adjective