eyes on the ground

English

Noun

eyes on the ground pl (plural only)

1. (idiomatic) One or more observers in an area of interest.

   Coordinate terms: eyes in the sky, boots on the ground

   We need to have eyes on the ground in Iraq.

2. (metonymic) Gaze aimed at the ground.

   Don't be crossing the road with your eyes on the ground. Keep your eyes on the road.

Translations

observer(s) in an area of interest

• Italian: osservatori (it) m pl, analizzatori m pl