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Polyphemic

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

having one eye like the cyclops Polyphemus.

Example Sentences

A sunflower, bending its head, peered at us with its round, polyphemic, impersonal eye, the long yellow lashes half-curled over the great black pupil.

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What does polyphemic mean?

Polyphemic means having one eye like the cyclops Polyphemus.

What is a synonym for polyphemic?

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What is the opposite of polyphemic?

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How do you use polyphemic in a sentence?

A sunflower, bending its head, peered at us with its round, polyphemic, impersonal eye, the long yellow lashes half-curled over the great black pupil.

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