Deadeye Definition
dĕdī
noun
A round, flat block of wood with three holes in it for a lanyard, used in pairs on a sailing ship to hold the shrouds and stays taut.
Webster's New World
An expert shooter.
A deadeye with the rifle.
American Heritage
An accurate marksman.
Webster's New World
(uncommon) A penchant for noticing a particular thing, or a person who has such a penchant.
Wiktionary
adjective
Very accurate with shooting or throwing.
Wiktionary
About a stare: cold; unfriendly.
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