magic eye
The term "magic eye" can refer to either a visual illusion that creates 3D images from 2D patterns or an electronic tuning indicator used in older radios.
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Definition
B2Visual Arts
(general, informal)A two-dimensional image that, when viewed correctly, creates the illusion of a three-dimensional scene.
Example
- By focusing her eyes just right, she could see the dolphin hidden in the magic eye picture.
C1Electronics
(technical, historical)A vacuum tube display device used in older radios to indicate signal strength or tuning accuracy.
Example
- The vintage radio featured a magic eye that helped users tune into the correct frequency.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "magic eye":
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