Definition of deadeye Deadeye

dead•eye

We found 7 definitions of deadeye from 2 different sources.

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What does deadeye mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: deadeyes

deadeye - (nautical) a round hardwood disk with holes and a grooved perimeter used to tighten a shroud
  disc, disk a flat circular plate
deadeye - a dead shot
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  • deadeye (Noun)
    A wooden disk having holes through which the lanyard is passed, used for tightening shrouds.
  • deadeye (Noun)
    A very accurate marksman.
  • deadeye (Noun)
    A penchant for noticing a particular thing, or a person who has such a penchant.
  • deadeye (Adjective)
    Very accurate with shooting or throwing.
  • deadeye (Adjective)
    About a stare: cold; unfriendly.

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