sore eyes

English

Etymology

See sore +‎ eyes.

Pronunciation

(Philippine) IPA^(key): /ˈsɔɹ ˌaɪs/

Noun

sore eyes (uncountable)

(Philippines, pathology) conjunctivitis; pinkeye
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see sore,‎ eyes.

Usage notes

Speakers in the Philippines usually regard or know that this condition is highly contagious or infectious, which means people might fearfully avoid those who say they have or are said to have "sore eyes", hence please do not confuse this with an eyesore.

See also

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