Eye up Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To look at someone or something closely and with interest, often because you find them attractive or because you want to have or get something.
Usage & Nuances
"Eye up" is informal and often used when someone is looking at a person they find attractive or something they desire. It is sometimes used playfully or suggestively. Common in British English; in the US, people might say 'check out'. Not used in very formal contexts.
Example Sentences
He kept eyeing up the last slice of cake.
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She saw him eyeing up her new phone.
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The boys were eyeing up the trophies in the case.
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I could see she was eyeing up my shoes all evening.
natural
"Stop eyeing up the waiter and just order something!"
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He spent the whole afternoon eyeing up that fancy car parked outside.
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