eyesore

English

/ˈaɪˌsɔɹ/

noun
Definitions
  • An eye lesion.
  • A displeasing sight; something prominently ugly or unsightly.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English eiesor compound from English eye + English sore (reddish-brown).

Origin

English

sore

Gloss

reddish-brown

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