the inability to see things clearly, especially if they are relatively close to the eyes, owing to the focusing of rays of light by the eye at a point behind the retina
a backsight for rifles with a circular hole through which the foresight is brought into line with the object aimed at
the inability to see things clearly unless they are relatively close to the eyes, owing to the focusing of rays of light by the eye at a point in front of the retina
a transparent tube or window through which the level of liquid in a reservoir or supply line can be checked visually
a hypothetical line from someone’s eye to what is seen (used especially with reference to good or bad visibility)
the supposed ability to perceive future or distant events; clairvoyance
a bank deposit that can be withdrawn immediately without notice or penalty
a large white screen placed near the boundary in line with the wicket to help the batsman see the ball
without the opportunity to look at the object in question beforehand
a straight line along which an observer has unobstructed vision
a small telescope used for sighting, typically mounted on a rifle
recognize someone by their appearance without knowing their name or being so well acquainted as to talk to them
a person or thing that is particularly impressive or worth seeing
a person or thing that one is extremely pleased or relieved to see
a person or thing having a ridiculous, repulsive, or dishevelled appearance
you soon forget people or things that are no longer visible or present
the activity of visiting places of interest in a particular location