spectacles

/ ˈspɛktəkəlz /

plural noun

1. a pair of glasses for correcting defective vision Often (informal) shortened tospecs
2. pair of spectacles
   cricket a score of 0 in each innings of a match

Example Sentences

The prize recognises "their contribution to the world of pop music, including the groundbreaking sonic and visual spectacles they create for their fans".

From BBC

In 2008 the New York Times described Sarah Palin’s rallies as “spectacles of anger and insult,” which came to mind as I reflected on that ugly evening at MSG.

From Salon

The reputation of the city as a host city for elite sporting spectacles and the very future of the Commonwealth Games is at stake.

From BBC

The prime minister faced heavy fire after it initially emerged he had received more than £16,000 for work clothing and spectacles for him, and further donations for his wife, from Labour peer Waheed Alli.

From BBC

The prime minister has faced criticism after it emerged he had received more than £16,000 for work clothing and spectacles for him, and further donations for his wife, from Lord Alli.

From BBC