name
Popeye
POP-eye
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A classic cartoon sailor known for his bulging forearms, squinting eye, and love of spinach.
"Kids grew up watching Popeye battle Bluto for Olive Oyl's attention."
noun
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Informal medical term for abnormally bulging eyes.
"The condition caused a noticeable popeye appearance."
How to Use Popeye
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe cartoon sailor character, or informally, bulging eyes.
Word Forms
popeyes plural
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Etymology
Coined in 1929 by cartoonist Elzie Crisler Segar, from pop + eye.