coup d'oeil en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ku ˈdɔɪ/
- (US) audio
- /ˈku deɪ/
Etymology
French coup d'œil (“stroke of the eye”).
Meanings
- A glimpse, a glance; the ability, especially of a military officer, to understand much at a glance.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| coups d'oeil | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| coup d’œil | alternative | lexicographic |