bird-s-eye

Bird's"-eye`, a. 1. Seen from above, as if by a flying bird; embraced at a glance; hence, generalas, a bird's-eye view. 2. Marked with spots resembling bird's eyes; as, bird's-eye diaper; bird's-eye maple. Bird's"-eye`, n. (Bot.) Defn: A plant with a small bright flower, as the Adonis or pheasant's eye, the mealy primrose (Primula farinosa), and species of Veronica, Geranium, etc.

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