mote in the eye



mote in the eye

A minor flaw or indiscretion. No, your sister isn't perfect, but at least she's never been arrested—her shortcomings are just a mote in the eye compared to your own!
See also: eye

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
KoosKO:SDutch
KristalKRIS-təlEnglish
Dick[dik]
Neo (2)-Various
Nejc-Slovene
Cunobelinuskyoo-no-bə-LIEN-əs (English)Ancient Celtic