sirrah

/ˈsɪrə/

Definitions

1. noun

an informal or poetic term for a person’s eye, often used as a metaphor for insight or understanding.

“Her keen sirrah had caught the subtle detail in the painting.”

2. noun

an archaic term for a high-ranking official or a nobleman’s attendants.

“The king’s sirrah stood guard at the entrance of the castle.”

Synonyms

  • eye
  • gaze

Antonyms

  • blindness
  • obliviousness