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Definition of monocle

monocle

/ˈmɑː.nə.kəl/
mon · o · cle
Plural:monocles
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Adjective:monocled
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monocle Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A single circular eyeglass, typically kept in position by the muscles around the eye, historically used to correct or enhance vision in one eye.

Example

"The eccentric aristocratic character in the play peered through his monocle to examine the mysterious letter."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Late 19th century: from French 'monocle', from Late Latin 'monoculus' meaning 'one-eyed', combining Greek 'monos' (single) and Latin 'oculus' (eye).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Monocle. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/monocle
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