Meanings
From private investigator and its abbreviation P.I., through the homophonic term eye in place of "I", and the use of "eye" as a reference to surveillance.
How to pronounce "private eye":
AU
A private personal detective, employed to gather information about someone.
Example Sentences
1
The private eye was hired to investigate a high-profile murder case.
2
Sheila's favorite book genre is mystery, especially those featuring a skilled private eye.
3
The private eye followed the suspect discreetly through the crowded streets of the city.
4
Jack had always dreamed of becoming a private eye and solving complex crimes.
5
The private eye collected evidence for weeks before presenting it to the police.
