What does spectacles mean?
Spectacles means plural of spectacle.
Spectacles
/ˈspɛktəkl̩z/ · noun
Meaning
plural of spectacle.
Definitions by Sense
- plural of spectacle
- A pair of lenses set in a frame worn on the nose and ears in order to correct deficiencies in eyesight or to ornament the face.
- (cricket, slang) Synonym of pair (“score of zero runs in both innings”).
Example Sentences
He needed to get new spectacles because his original ones had broken.
Word Forms
- spectacle
Synonyms for spectacles
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When Should You Use Spectacles?
Use spectacles when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for spectacles?
Common synonyms include eyeglasses, glasses, pair of eyeglasses, pair of glasses.
What is the opposite of spectacles?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use spectacles in a sentence?
He needed to get new spectacles because his original ones had broken.
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