noun
walleye
An eye with an unusually pale iris.
The horse has one dark eye and one striking walleye.
Etymology
Walleye has an older use for an eye with a very pale or conspicuous iris. Its deeper formation is uncertain despite the apparent modern wall component.
More examples
- Her dog's walleye is almost white around the pupil.
- Both of the pony's walleyes have very pale blue irises.
- The mare's walleye contrasts with her dark brown coat.
Forms
walleye · walleyes
walleyed adjective — Having an eye with an unusually pale iris.