English

Noun

eye-opener ‎(plural eye-openers)

1. (informal, idiomatic) A startling or shocking revelation.

   A visit to the slaughterhouse was a real eye-opener to anyone who thought they understood where their food came from.

2. (informal, euphemistic) An alcoholic beverage consumed first thing in the morning.

   As soon as I got on the plane I asked the flight attendant for an eye-opener, but all he had to offer was orange juice.