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Definition of Deadeye
1. Noun. A dead shot.
2. Noun. (nautical) a round hardwood disk with holes and a grooved perimeter used to tighten a shroud.
Definition of Deadeye
1. n. A round, flattish, wooden block, encircled by a rope, or an iron band, and pierced with three holes to receive the lanyard; -- used to extend the shrouds and stays, and for other purposes. Called also deadman's eye.
Definition of Deadeye
1. Adjective. Very accurate with shooting or throwing. ¹
2. Adjective. About a stare: cold; unfriendly. ¹
3. Noun. (nautical) A wooden disk having holes through which the lanyard is passed, used for tightening shrouds. ¹
4. Noun. A very accurate marksman. ¹
5. Noun. (uncommon) A penchant for noticing a particular thing, or a person who has such a penchant. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Deadeye
1. an expert marksman [n -S]