Arguslike

/ˈɑrɡəsˌlaɪk/ adjective

Definition

Resembling or characteristic of Argus; having many eyes or eye-like spots; watchful or vigilant.

Etymology

Compound of 'Argus' (from Greek mythology) and '-like' (Old English), meaning 'having the quality or appearance of Argus.'

Kelly Says

The phrase 'argus-like' became a poetic way to describe something extremely watchful—if you said someone had 'argus-like eyes,' they could see everything, capturing the ancient myth's essence in just two words.

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