Squint
Pronunciation: /ˈskwɪnt/
Squint (verb)
- To partly close your eyes to see better or because of bright light.
- To look at something with your eyes turned to the side.
Examples
- She had to squint to read the small print.
- He squinted against the bright sunlight.
Common collocations: squint at the screen, squint in the sun, squint sideways, squint to the side, correct a squint
Squint (noun)
- A condition where eyes do not look in the same direction.
- A quick or brief look at something.
Examples
- The doctor diagnosed her with a squint.
- A squint can sometimes require corrective surgery.