eye-catcher

noun

eye-catch·​er ˈī-ˌka-chər How to pronounce eye-catcher (audio)
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: something that arrests the eye
eye-catching adjective
eye-catchingly adverb

Examples of eye-catcher in a Sentence

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These Madewell boots in a deep red with a kitten heel are an eye-catcher, while black or brown boots in plain smooth leather are versatile and classic. Larissa Ratschkowski, Glamour, 25 Nov. 2024 Red sweaters also work wonderfully as bright eye-catchers between cozy layers, perfect for cold winter days. Anna Daniela Burai, Glamour, 18 Dec. 2024 These Madewell boots in a deep red with a kitten heel are an eye-catcher, while black or brown boots in plain smooth leather are versatile and classic. Larissa Ratschkowski, Glamour, 25 Nov. 2024 Go for a white rail to keep the attention on your eye-catcher. Macie Stump, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2024 There are also anime attractions (Blue Box, Ranma 1/2), don't-miss documentaries (The Menendez Brothers, This is the Zodiac Speaking, Martha), and international eye-catchers (CTRL from India, Secret of the River from Mexico, Happiness Is from South Africa). Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 1 Oct. 2024 Fastened with a red pom pom, the halter top was an instant eye-catcher. Marie Courtois, Vogue, 12 June 2024 The biggest eye-catcher were the 3D kinetic butterflies that ran up her arms like opera gloves, which opened and closed throughout the night thanks to a motor incorporated into her gown. Kelsie Gibson, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024 While the color—whether light or dark, bright, or dull—is always an eye-catcher, the manicure can be more expressive or more minimalist depending on the length or shape of the nails. Melanie Paukner, Glamour, 13 Feb. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1787, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of eye-catcher was in 1787

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“Eye-catcher.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eye-catcher. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.

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