eye-opener

== English == === Alternative forms === eye opener, eyeopener === Etymology === From eye +‎ opener. === Pronunciation === === Noun === eye-opener (plural eye-openers) (literally) Something that causes the eyes to open, or that opens the eyes. (informal) Something that provides a sudden insight, or makes something clear that was previously mysterious. (informal, idiomatic) A startling or shocking revelation. (informal, euphemistic) A strong alcoholic beverage, especially one consumed in the morning. Coordinate terms: pick-me-up; see also Thesaurus:alcoholic beverage (informal, sometimes objectifying) An attractive woman. Near-synonym: eye candy (The addition of quotations indicative of this usage is being sought:) ==== Related terms ==== eye-opening (adjective) open someone's eyes ==== Translations ==== === References === “eye-opener”, in Lexico, Dictionary.com; Oxford University Press, 2019–2022.