Eye covering Crossword Clue

The solution for the clue "Eye covering" from Metro Quick crossword puzzle is mentioned here below. .

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Eye covering" points to the answer "PATCH" for a specific reason in the realm of crossword puzzles. Here's why this clue corresponds to the answer provided:
1. A patch is a type of covering that can be worn over the eye.
2. In the context of eye health, a patch is often used to cover one eye to help strengthen or improve the vision in the other eye, especially in cases of amblyopia (lazy eye).
3. The word "patch" is commonly associated with eye coverings, making it a fitting answer to the clue.
4. When someone has an injured or infected eye, a patch may be worn to protect it from further damage.
5. Patches also have a symbolic association with pirates, who are often depicted wearing eye patches for various reasons in literature and popular culture.

More Answers:

• PATCH
• BROW
• LID
• SCLERA

Definition of "PATCH"

a piece of cloth or other material used to mend or strengthen a torn or weak point

Example :

on his sleeve there was a red ‘Freedom’ patch

once the patch is removed, the drug clears from the body tissue after twenty minutes

his hair was combed forward to hide a growing bald patch

 The Crossword clue "Eye covering" published 9 time/s & has 4 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Metro Quick	11 January 2022	PATCH
Evening Standard - Easy	25 September 2018	PATCH
Mirror quick	27 May 2018	PATCH
Universal	12 August 2017	BROW
USA Today	25 May 2012	SCLERA
Newsday.com	19 September 2008	SCLERA