fisheye

English

/ˈfɪʃˌaɪ/

noun
Definitions
  • An unfriendly or suspicious glance.
  • An undesirable effect in paint, particularly automotive finishes, normally caused by oil or other contaminants on the painted surface.
  • An undesirable dull appearance in the table of a diamond that has been cut too shallow.

Etymology

Compound from English fish (get hold of an object) + English eye.

Origin

English

eye

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