What does EYING mean?

Word: eying 1. Parts of Speech:

Verb

2. Definitions:

• To look at or watch something or someone closely and attentively.
• To consider or contemplate something carefully or with interest.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈaɪɪŋ/
• UK: /ˈaɪɪŋ/

4. Origin and Usage:

"Eying" is the present participle of the verb "eye". The word "eye" comes from the Old English word "ēage" which means "eye". "Eying" is commonly used in American and British English and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

5. Synonyms:

• Observing
• Watching
• Examining
• Studying

6. Related Words:

• Agony
• Bling
• Chive
• Droop
• Flair

7. Example Sentences:

• She was eying the painting with great interest.
• He caught her eying him from across the room.
• The detective was eying the suspects every move.