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noun
The state of the orbits of the eyes (especially the undereye region) having a bluish-purplish coloration.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: idiomatic, informal, plural, plural-only
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Synonyms: eyecup, shiner
Antonyms: none provided
History
From raccoon + eyes, in reference to the color surrounding the eyes of raccoons.
Across languages
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