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asthenopia definition

as·theno·pia (as′t̸hə nō′pē ə)

noun

a strained condition of the eyes, often with headache, dizziness, etc.

Etymology: ModL < Gr asthenēs, weak (see asthenia) + -opia

Related Forms:

  • asthenopic as′·thenop′·ic (-näp′ik) adjective

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