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Sight
01
the physical ability of seeing
Example
His sight began to deteriorate with age, requiring him to wear glasses.
She was grateful for her excellent sight, allowing her to enjoy the beauty of nature.
After the surgery, his sight improved significantly.
02
an instance or act of seeing something through visual perception
Example
The sight of the distant mountains brought a sense of calm to his mind.
She gasped at the sight of the fireworks lighting up the night sky.
The sight of her old friends at the reunion filled her with joy.
03
places that tourists are interested in, particularly those with historical, cultural, or natural significance
Example
Exploring the sights of a new city is an essential part of experiencing its culture and history firsthand.
Tourists flock to famous sights like the Eiffel Tower in Paris or the Colosseum in Rome to marvel at their architectural grandeur and historical significance.
Local tour guides often provide insightful commentary as they lead visitors through the sights, offering fascinating anecdotes and historical context.
04
anything that is seen
05
the act of looking or seeing or observing
06
the range or extent within which something can be seen
Example
The mountains were just barely within sight as the sun began to set.
He watched the ship until it disappeared from sight over the horizon.
The deer stood still, just out of sight in the dense forest.
07
the scope or extent of one's mental perspective or insight
Example
Her sight into the complexities of human nature made her an excellent psychologist.
The author 's sight into societal issues gave his writings great depth.
His sight into the company's future strategies impressed the board of directors.
08
A considerable number, amount, or extent of something
Example
There was a sight of people at the festival, making it hard to move.
She received a sight of compliments on her performance.
He brought a sight of food to the picnic, enough to feed everyone.
to sight
01
to see or observe with the eyes
Transitive: to sight sth
Example
The sailor sights land after weeks at sea, feeling a sense of relief.
He sighted a rare bird through his binoculars during the nature hike.
The scientist sighted a new celestial phenomenon through the telescope.
Example
The sniper sighted the enemy through the scope of his rifle.
She sighted the deer in her crosshairs before taking the shot.
The police officer sighted the suspect before issuing a warning.
