1. plural of monocle; eyeglasses consisting of a single lens for one eye, typically held in place by the muscles around the eye

Examples

• The Victorian gentleman adjusted his monocle to read the fine print.
• Several antique monocles were displayed in the museum’s optical history exhibit.
• The actor wore monocles in different scenes to portray various aristocratic characters.
• Collectors often seek out vintage monocles with ornate chains and frames.
• The optometrist explained that monocles were once common before modern eyeglasses became popular.
• In the old photograph, three distinguished men wore monocles at the formal dinner.