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    squint

    squint - Dictionary definition and meaning for word squint

    Definition
    (noun) abnormal alignment of one or both eyes
    Synonyms : strabismus
    Definition
    (noun) the act of squinting; looking with the eyes partly closed Definition
    (verb) cross one's eyes as if in strabismus
    Synonyms : squinch
    Example Sentence
    • The children squinted so as to scare each other
    Definition
    (verb) be cross-eyed; have a squint or strabismus Definition
    (verb) partly close one's eyes, as when hit by direct blinding light
    Example Sentence
    • The driver squinted as the sun hit his windshield
    Definition
    (adj) (used especially of glances) directed to one side with or as if with doubt or suspicion or envy
    Example Sentence
    • her eyes with their misted askance look
    • sidelong glances
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