Banjo Eyes

Pronunciation: /ˈbændʒoʊ ˈaɪz/

Definitions of banjo eyes

noun A pair of eyes that are unusually large or protruding, resembling the shape of a banjo

Example Sentences

A1 She has big banjo eyes.

A2 The cartoon character had exaggerated banjo eyes.

B1 Her banjo eyes were the first thing you noticed about her.

B2 The comedian's performance was enhanced by his expressive banjo eyes.

C1 The actress's banjo eyes conveyed a range of emotions in the film.

C2 His banjo eyes sparkled with mischief as he told his story.

Examples of banjo eyes in a Sentence

formal She had a distinct feature of banjo eyes, which gave her a unique and captivating look.

informal His banjo eyes always made him stand out in a crowd.

slang I couldn't stop staring at her banjo eyes, they were so mesmerizing.

figurative The actor's exaggerated expressions made his eyes look like banjos during the intense scene.

Grammatical Forms of banjo eyes

• past tense: banjo eyed
• plural: banjo eyes
• comparative: more banjo-eyed
• superlative: most banjo-eyed
• present tense: banjo eyes
• future tense: will banjo eye
• perfect tense: have banjo eyed
• continuous tense: is banjo eyeing
• singular: banjo eye
• positive degree: banjo eyes
• infinitive: to banjo eye
• gerund: banjo eyeing
• participle: banjo eyed

Origin and Evolution of banjo eyes

First Known Use: 1930 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'banjo eyes' originated as a slang term in the United States to describe eyes that are wide and bulging, resembling the shape of a banjo.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a derogatory or mocking manner, the term 'banjo eyes' has evolved over time to be used more lightheartedly or humorously to describe exaggeratedly wide eyes.