A bird's-eye view (of something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "a bird's-eye view (of something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Katie Anh calendar 2022-05-31 10:05

Meaning of A bird's-eye view (of something)

Synonyms:

an overall view , an overal picture

A bird's-eye view (of something) spoken language noun phrase

Used to refer to an overall view of an area from high above it.

From this observatory, you can get a bird's-eye view of this island.

From the top of the landmark 81 building, you can get a bird's-eye view of Ho Chi Minh city.

Used to refer to an overall view of a situation or problem.

Hold on, take a step back and get a bird's eye view. Maybe, you can find a way to solve the problem.

This presentation will give a bird's eye view of the film industry.

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