n.
Sight; perception; vision; -- from an old theory of vision, that sight was something which proceeded from the eye to the object seen. →
n.
A small instrument of steel, sharply pointed at one end, with an eye to receive a thread, -- used in sewing. →
a.
Relieving disorders of the kidneys; affecting the kidneys; as, a nephritic medicine. →
prep.
From an opposite direction so as to strike or come in contact with; in contact with; upon; as, hail beats against the roof. →