eyerape

noun, verb — 3 senses

eyerape

noun

Etymology From eye + rape. The second noun sense metaphorically refers to an unwanted assault on a person’s eyes.

1

Derogatory, Slang An intense and unremitting stare.

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2

Derogatory, Slang Something that is extraordinarily painful to the eyes, such as a psychedelic or rapidly flashing image.

eyerape

verb

Etymology From eye + rape. The second noun sense metaphorically refers to an unwanted assault on a person’s eyes.

1

Slang To stare intensely and unremittingly at someone.

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