Meaning of the word blindfold in English

What does blindfold mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

blindfold

US /ˈblaɪnd.foʊld/
UK /ˈblaɪnd.foʊld/
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Noun

1.

a piece of cloth tied around a person's eyes to prevent them from seeing

Example:
The prisoner was forced to wear a blindfold.
She removed her blindfold and looked around the room.

Verb

1.

to cover someone's eyes with a piece of cloth

Example:
They blindfolded the hostages before moving them.
I was blindfolded and taken to a secret location.
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