iris noun Stress: first syllable 🤍 Save Syllables: i-ris (2) English Definition A flat, colored, ring-shaped membrane behind the cornea of the eye, or a plant with showy flowers. Example Sentence The iris of her eye was a beautiful blue color. US IPA /ˈaɪrɪs/ 🔊 Listen US UK IPA /ˈaɪrɪs/ 🔊 Listen UK Synonyms flower eye part Share this Word Facebook WhatsApp X Telegram Copy Link