Meaning of 'Sight for sore eyes'
What does the saying 'Sight for sore eyes' mean?
Idiom: Sight for sore eyes
Meaning:
Someone or something that is a sight for sore eyes is a pleasure to see.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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