Monocle

A monocle is a type of spectacles (corrective lenses) used to correct the vision in only one eye. It consists of a circular lens, generally with a wire ring around the circumference that can be attached to a string. The other end of the string is then connected to the wearer's clothing to avoid losing the monocle.

The monocle itself is not so much worn as it is held in place by the wearer's facial muscles. The monocle is sized such that it can be held in place between the wearer's eyebrow and upper cheek by a slight squint. Because of this, the monocle can easily fall off with the wrong facial expression.

Usage of a monocle is generally associated with rich upper-class men, as well as uptight individuals. Combined with a tuxedo and top-hat, it completes the costume of a stereotypical gentleman.

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Monocle was also a US satire magazine, published irregularly from the late 1950s until the mid-Sixties. For at least the majority of its run, it was edited by Victor Navasky. [1]