Pronunciation: /ˈmɒnəˌkəl/
noun a single eyeglass, kept in position by the muscles around the eye
A1 He wore a monocle to help him see better.
A2 The old man at the library had a monocle hanging from a chain around his neck.
B1 The detective examined the crime scene closely through his monocle.
B2 The aristocrat adjusted his monocle as he surveyed the room.
C1 The professor peered at the intricate details of the manuscript through his monocle.
C2 The monocle was a symbol of sophistication and refinement in high society circles.
verb not applicable
A1 He monocles at the menu before ordering.
A2 She monocles at the map to figure out where they are.
B1 The detective monocles at the evidence to gather clues.
B2 The scientist monocles at the data to analyze the results.
C1 The professor monocles at the manuscript to decipher its meaning.
C2 The art critic monocles at the painting to appreciate its finer details.
adjective not applicable
A1 He wore a monocle on his eye.
A2 The monocle was an unusual accessory for the young man.
B1 The professor's monocle gave him a distinguished appearance.
B2 The monocle added an air of sophistication to his outfit.
C1 Her monocle was a family heirloom passed down for generations.
C2 The antique monocle was a rare find at the vintage store.
adverb not applicable
A1 He looked at the menu through his monocle.
A2 The detective examined the clues with his monocle.
B1 The professor peered over his monocle as he read the ancient text.
B2 The eccentric billionaire always wore a monocle when meeting with business partners.
C1 The art collector inspected the painting with a monocle to determine its authenticity.
C2 The opera singer performed with a monocle hanging from his vest, adding a touch of whimsy to the performance.
pronoun not applicable
A1 He wears a monocle to help him see better.
A2 The old man with the monocle is my grandfather.
B1 The detective examined the crime scene with his monocle.
B2 The professor peered over his monocle as he lectured to the class.
C1 The monocle, a symbol of sophistication, was a popular accessory in the 19th century.
C2 The monocle, perched on his nose, gave him an air of mystery and intrigue.
preposition not applicable
A1 He looked through his monocle to get a better view of the stage.
A2 The detective inspected the evidence with his monocle, searching for clues.
B1 The professor peered at the tiny text through his monocle, trying to decipher the ancient script.
B2 The wealthy gentleman surveyed the room with his monocle, taking note of all the guests.
C1 The art collector examined the painting through his monocle, admiring the fine details.
C2 The historian studied the ancient artifact with his monocle, analyzing its intricate design.
conjunction not applicable
A1 He wore a monocle and a top hat to the fancy dress party.
A2 The detective peered through his monocle to get a closer look at the clue.
B1 She adjusted her monocle before reading the fine print on the contract.
B2 The professor pushed his monocle up his nose as he examined the ancient artifact.
C1 The eccentric millionaire surveyed his estate through his diamond-encrusted monocle.
C2 The opera singer's monocle gleamed under the stage lights as she hit a high note.
interjection not applicable
A1 Monocle! I can't find my glasses.
A2 Monocle, what a fancy accessory!
B1 Monocle, I say, that's quite the sophisticated look.
B2 Monocle! I must remember to bring mine to the opera.
C1 Monocle, a symbol of elegance and refinement.
C2 Monocle, a classic accessory for the discerning gentleman.
article not applicable
A1 He wore a monocle to the fancy dress party.
A2 The old gentleman looked distinguished with his monocle.
B1 The detective used his monocle to examine the clues more closely.
B2 The professor peered through his monocle as he studied the ancient manuscript.
C1 The monocle was a symbol of sophistication and refinement in the early 20th century.
C2 The monocle gleamed in the sunlight as the aristocrat surveyed his vast estate.
formal The gentleman adjusted his monocle before examining the rare artifact.
informal He looked quite dapper with his monocle perched on his eye.
slang Check out that dude with the fancy monocle, he's got style!
figurative She viewed the world through a monocle of privilege, oblivious to the struggles of others.
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