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Definition

To show flirtatious signs or sexual interest/attraction with one's eyes.

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In Context

  • "I saw him giving me the eye as soon as I entered the room."
  • "She was sort of cute, the blonde one, and I started giving her the old eye a little bit, but just then the waiter came up for my order."
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Also Said As

  • eye up
  • give someone the glad eye
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