English Word · Intermediate
red-eye
Often followed by it: to travel on a red-eye (“an overnight airplane flight”)
Pronunciation: /ˈɹɛdaɪ/
Meaning
Often followed by it: to travel on a red-eye (“an overnight airplane flight”).
Example
I flew in this morning, red-eying it in last night after hearing of this hearing, because what you are doing here is something that I am particularly interested in.
I flew in this morning, red-eying it in last night after hearing of this hearing, because what you are doing here is something that I am particularly interested in.
Practice tips
- Practice red-eye out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.