bleary-eyed
|blear-y-eyed|
B2
/ˈblɪəri aɪd/
tired eyes
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bleary-eyed' originates from the word 'bleary,' which comes from Middle English 'bleri,' meaning 'blurred or dim.'
Historical Evolution
'bleary' changed from the Middle English word 'bleri' and eventually became the modern English word 'bleary.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'blurred or dim,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having unfocused or dimmed eyes due to tiredness.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/02/13 06:40