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sheep's eyes

noun

  1. shy, amorous, lovesick glances (usually preceded by make or cast ):

    making sheep's eyes at the new girl in class.



sheep's eyes

plural noun

  1. old-fashioned.
    amorous or inviting glances


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Word History and Origins

Origin of sheep's eyes1

First recorded in 1520–30

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Example Sentences

But—a sudden gleam of contempt shone in his blue-and-watery sheeps eyes—its about the only thing he can do.

Once for all I forbid you to look at me with such sheeps eyes, remember that.

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