Saucer-eyed

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Having round, wide-open eyes, naturally or from an expression of fear, astonishment, etc.

    "The village children gaped saucer-eyed at the newcomers."

Adjective
  1. 1
    having large round wide-open eyes wordnet

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"The village children gaped saucer-eyed at the newcomers."

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