First Known Use: 1682
Dictionary
1ogle
verb \ˈō-gəl also ˈä-\
: to look at (someone) in a way that shows sexual attraction
: to look at (something) in a way that suggests strong interest or desire
ogledogling \-g(ə-)liŋ\
Full Definition of OGLE
intransitive verb
: to glance with amorous invitation or challenge
transitive verb
1
: to eye amorously or provocatively
2
: to look at especially with greedy or interested attention
— ogler \-g(ə-)lər\ noun
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Origin of OGLE
probably from Low German oegeln, from oog eye; akin to Old High German ouga eye — more at eye
Related to OGLE
- Synonyms
- leer (at), make eyes (at)
2ogle
noun
Definition of OGLE
: an amorous or coquettish glance
First Known Use of OGLE
1694
OGLE Defined for Kids
ogle
verb \ˈō-gəl\
ogledogling
Definition of OGLE for Kids
: to look at in a way that suggests unusual interest or desire
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