amblyoscope
|am-bly-o-scope|
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/ˈæmblioʊˌskoʊp/
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/ˈæmblɪəʊˌskəʊp/
vision training tool
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amblyoscope' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'amblys,' meaning 'dull' or 'blunt,' and 'skopein,' meaning 'to look or examine.'
Historical Evolution
'amblys' combined with 'skopein' in Greek to form 'amblyoscope,' which was adopted into English with the same meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'an instrument for examining dull vision,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an instrument used to diagnose and treat amblyopia by training the eyes to work together.
The doctor used an amblyoscope to help the child improve their vision.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/10 20:21