emmetropic
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/ˌɛmɪˈtrɑːpɪk/
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/ˌɛmɪˈtrɒpɪk/
normal vision; proper focus of the eye
Etymology
'emmetropic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'emmetros' meaning 'in measure' and 'ops' meaning 'eye', where 'emmetros' meant 'well-proportioned' or 'fitting'.
'emmetropic' was formed in the 19th century from the noun 'emmetropia', which itself was derived from Greek roots, and eventually became the modern English adjective 'emmetropic'.
Initially, it meant 'having eyes in proper measure', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having normal vision'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having normal vision, where the eye focuses light correctly on the retina without the need for corrective lenses.
An emmetropic eye does not require glasses for clear distance vision.
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Last updated: 2025/08/02 13:47