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a bird's eye view

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a bird's eye view
a view from a very high place which allows you to see a large area We had a bird's eye view of the old town from the top of the city walls.
See also: eye, view

a bird's eye view
the appearance of something seen from above The large painting offers a bird's eye view that shows the layout of the ancient city.
Usage notes: sometimes used to show how an animal's view is different: A basement window gives you a dog's eye view of the world - all you see is the bottom of the fire hydrant and passing feet on the sidewalk.
See also: eye, view


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