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presbyopia Definition

pres·byo·pia (prez′bē ō′pē ə, pres′-)

noun

a form of farsightedness occurring after middle age, caused by a diminished elasticity of the crystalline lens

Etymology: ModL < Gr presbys, old (see priest) + ōps, eye

presbyopia Related Forms
pres′·by·ope′ (--ōp′) noun pres′·by·op′ic (--äp′ik) adjective
presbyopia Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • correct: The easiest way to correct presbyopia is to let the person choose from a selection of glasses of different strengths.
  • have: I have presbyopia - can I wear contact lenses?