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Antonyms for keep eyes peeled

Grammar : Verb
Spell : peel
Phonetic Transcription : pil


Definition of keep eyes peeled

Origin :
  • "to strip off," developed from Old English pilian "to peel, skin, decorticate, strip the skin or ring," and Old French pillier, both from Latin pilare "to strip of hair," from pilus "hair" (see pile (n.3)). Probably also influenced by Latin pellis "skin, hide." Related: Peeled; peeling. Figurative expression keep (one's) eyes peeled be observant, be on the alert" is from 1853, American English.
  • As in watch : verb guard, protect
Example sentences :
  • Keep eyes peeled and gun at full cock, Mr. Simpkins, and give un both barrels if un makes to spring at us.
  • Extract from : « Cleek of Scotland Yard » by Thomas W. Hanshew

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