birdseye

/ˈbɜrdzˌaɪ/
adjective
  1. Viewed from directly above, as if seen by a bird in flight; giving a broad, high-angle perspective.
    • The drone gave us a birdseye view of the entire city.
    • From the top of the tower, we had a birdseye look at the parade.
    • The map offers a birdseye perspective of the hiking trails.
noun
  1. A pattern or fabric with small, diamond-shaped designs resembling birds' eyes.
    • She chose a birdseye cotton fabric for the baby's blanket.
    • Birdseye is a classic weave used in high-quality shirts.
    • The old tablecloth had a delicate birdseye pattern.
  2. A type of maple wood with a distinctive, swirly grain pattern that looks like small birds' eyes.
    • He installed birdseye cabinets in the kitchen for a luxurious look.
    • The guitar was made from rare birdseye maple.
    • Birdseye is prized by woodworkers for its unique appearance.
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