Pronunciation

/ˈmɒnəkl/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

A monocle is a single eyeglass, kept in position by the muscles around the eye.

Examples

1. “He looked quite distinguished with his monocle.”

2. “The gentleman adjusted his monocle to read the fine print.”

Synonyms

1. Eyeglass

2. Pince-nez

Antonyms

There are no direct antonyms for “monocle” as it is a specific term.

Additional Information

Monocles were popular in the 19th and early 20th centuries as a fashionable accessory for wealthy gentlemen.