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spectacles
spectacles
/ˈspɛktəkəlz/
noun
(
)
(plural) optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision
(
eyeglasses
[ N. American]
,
specs
,
spectacles
,
glasses
)
(plural) optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision
I wear glasses to correct my vision because I am nearsighted
I wear glasses to correct my vision because I am nearsighted
spectacle
spectacle
/ˈspɛktəkəl/
noun
(
)
Something or someone seen (especially a notable or unusual sight)
(
spectacle
)
something or someone seen (especially a notable or unusual sight)
The tragic spectacle of cripples trying to escape
the tragic spectacle of cripples trying to escape
(
)
An elaborate and remarkable display on a lavish scale
(
spectacle
)
an elaborate and remarkable display on a lavish scale
The annual carnival was a true spectacle with fireworks, parades, and performers.
The annual carnival was a true spectacle with fireworks, parades, and performers.
A blunder that makes you look ridiculous; used in the phrase 'make a spectacle of' yourself
(
spectacle
)
a blunder that makes you look ridiculous; used in the phrase 'make a spectacle of' yourself
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