Definition

A small opening or hole that allows someone to see through, often used in doors or masks.

Example

He looked through the eyehole of the mask to see who was outside.

Conversation

Have you ever looked through an eyehole in a door?

Yeah, it's always interesting to see who's outside without them knowing.

I remember the first time I tried it, I was so curious about what I'd find.

Right? It's like a little sneak peek into someone else's world.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Eyehole → The word is formed from "eye" (from Old English "ēage", meaning the organ of sight) and "hole" (from Old English "hol", meaning a hollow place or opening). An eyehole refers to an opening or hole for the eye.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'eye' as the organ of sight and 'hole' as an opening — together, they create the idea of an opening for the eye.

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