Meaning of the word sight in English

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

sight

US /saɪt/

UK /saɪt/

the faculty or power of seeing

Example:

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He lost his sight in the accident.

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Her sight is not as good as it used to be.

Synonym:

vision eyesight perception

a thing that one sees or that can be seen

Example:

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The sunset was a beautiful sight.

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The city lights at night are an amazing sight.

Synonym:

view scene spectacle display

to see or observe (someone or something), especially for the first time

Example:

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I finally sighted the rare bird after hours of searching.

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The ship was sighted off the coast.

Synonym:

spot discern perceive detect

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