third eye

American  

noun

1. pineal eye.

2. intuition.

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third eye British  

noun

1. the pineal gland, believed by some people to be the source of spiritual insight

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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

She’s in one of her signature turbans — this one has a third eye front and center — and holds a cane in the shape of a black cat.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

This third eye is always watching them, and that is, essentially, what kind of does happen.

From Salon • Jan. 19, 2024

But when she reaches the height of her powers,, she deliberately places one on her forehead - an explicit reference to the spiritual tradition of the "enlightened" third eye.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2023

Nevertheless, the incident caused his third eye to close, depleting his powers.

From New York Times • Jan. 19, 2023

The big kid, Frank, sat forward, staring at her in fascination, as if she’d grown a third eye.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan